Financial Controller

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Job description

A leading organisation based in Sunderland is searching for a meticulous and proactive Financial Controller to support their Finance team s growth and operational excellence. This role is central to ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strategic oversight of key financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads the monthly financial closing process, delivering timely insights and presentations for Senior Management.
• Oversees compliance with internal governance policies and accounting standards, safeguarding financial integrity.
• Provides expertise in technical accounting, supporting statutory account preparation, and manages relationships with external auditors for audits.
• Coordinates internal controls (JSOX/SOX), ensuring robust compliance and accountability.
• Serves as a key liaison across teams to ensure a seamless financial reporting process.

Experience and Qualifications:

• ACA, CIMA, or ACCA-qualified accountant, with proven experience in statutory accounts under Financial Reporting Standards 101 & 102.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, especially in pension and lease accounting.
• Skilled in managing internal controls and compliance.
• Advanced in Excel and PowerPoint, with SAP proficiency as an added advantage.
• A proactive, detail-oriented professional with a continuous improvement mindset.

Role Details:

• Salary: Approximately £44K - £54K, permanent
• Flexibility: Hybrid working, with 2 days a week from home
• Benefits: Time off in lieu/overtime, a 39-hour work week, and a progressive pension scheme starting at 3%/6% employer match, with the potential to rise to 5%/10% after five years

This opportunity is ideal for a Financial Controller who is passionate about driving financial governance, accuracy, and strategic improvement within a collaborative environment.

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