Financial Controller – £60000 – £70000 per annum – Belfast
Your new company
Your new companyThis is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organisation headquartered in Belfast. With a strong focus on operational excellence and strategic growth, the company is seeking a talented Financial Controller to lead its finance function and contribute meaningfully to its continued success.
Your new roleAs Financial Controller, you will report directly to the Financial Director and lead a small finance team. You’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, insightful analysis, and robust financial controls. This role will see you partnering with operational heads across the business to drive performance, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing a high-performing finance team
- Producing accurate monthly management accounts and board-level analysis
- Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and re-forecasting cycles
- Managing internal controls and financial processes
- Preparing year-end audit packs and statutory accounts
- Conducting monthly cash flow analysis
- Acting as a key business partner to improve profitability and performance
What you’ll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance position within a fast-paced commercial environment. You’ll have a proven track record of working closely with senior leadership to drive financial strategy and governance, as well as experience managing and developing a finance team.
Key competencies include:
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Commercial acumen and attention to detail
- A collaborative and methodical approach
- Ability to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement
What you’ll get in returnThis role offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to attract a high-calibre candidate. In addition to a bonus of up to 20% based on performance, you’ll receive:
- 29 days annual leave plus an additional day for non-smokers
- 10% pension contribution
- Death in service benefit (3x salary)
- Generous staff discount
- Salary sacrifice scheme for purchasing additional holidays
- Additional holidays are awarded for long service.
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