Job Description
We are seeking a fully qualified CA,CIMA, or ACCA Financial controller to join a reputable company with global brands based in Watford .
Main Responsibilities Will Include:
Financial Accounting
Responsible for the complete sets of accounting records of parent company in UK and subsidiary in Germany.
Supervise processing of all accounting entries by accounts staff, reconciliations of accounts, extracting trial balances and preparation of monthly/quarterly/yearly
First point of contact for auditors. Responsible for providing required information to auditors and answering audit queries.
Management Accounting
Assist CFO with preparation of budgets, projections and board papers.
Variance analysis of sales, margins and operating expenses and take corrective action in liaison with functional managers.
Preparing monthly and quarterly royalty reports to brand owners within deadlines.
Liaise with banks UK and Germany regarding banking facilities and compliance to quarterly returns.
Stock Control & Sales Ledger
Review periodical stock reports, age of stock and product costings,
Supervise credit controller and accounts staff to ensure that debts are reviewed
Responsible for payroll:
liaise with external payroll processing company to ensure that all employees are paid correctly before due dates.
Work closely with HR and ensure that all payroll related compliance matters fulfilled. Reconciliation of payroll records with general ledger on a monthly basis
Person Specifications:
Minimum 5-10 years including financial management and preferably with some
experience in a firm of chartered accountants.
Experience in using SAGE 200 or equivalent accounting package.
Experience in using ERP System, Excel (advanced).
Experience in working to strict deadlines, attention to detail and supervision of staff.
Involves travel within UK and Europe
