Assistant Financial Controller

Job Description Job Type: /n Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months) /n Salary: /n £50,000-£55,000 per annum /n Location: /n Worcestershire /n Hours: /n Mon-Fri (8-5) - full-time but consideration will be given to candidates looking to work 4 days a week /n Your new company /n Hays are working exclusively with a highly profitable UK subsidiary of an overseas listed corporation as they look to recruit an Assistant Financial Controller to cover a period of upcoming maternity leave. Our client is a world-renowned manufacturer and known for its innovative technology and high-quality products. /n Your new role /n This is a hands-on, all-encompassing number two role where you will be responsible for supporting the Financial Controller across key areas of day-to-day finance. /n Key duties: /n /n - Preparation and review of monthly accounts /n - Preparation and review of consolidated quarterly reporting /n - Preparation of statutory accounts and support with year-end audit /n - Business partnering with other departments e. Sales /n - Calculation and review of customer HP agreements /n - Assist with the annual budgeting process /n - Preparation and review of VAT returns /n - Supervision of transactional staff /n /n What you'll need to succeed /n /n - Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE /n - Previous experience in day-to-day accounting roles, ideally gained in a mix of SMEs and larger businesses /n - Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines /n - Proactive approach to work and confident suggesting changes/improvements /n - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work well with a wide range of staff /n - Strong Excel skills and proficient with ERP systems /n /n What you'll get in return /n In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £55,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualification) and be given the opportunity to work within a globally recognised organisation. Additional benefits include a bi-annual bonus scheme, pension, healthcare (BUPA and medi-cash) and 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays). Due to the nature of the role and business, you will be comfortable working from the office 5 days a week. /n What you need to do now /n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. /n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. /n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays