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Job Reference:: K3635 K3635 – Financial Controller – UK, Midlands (Office) – Asset Finance
New Leaf Search has partnered with a global captive vehicle finance provider offering tailored funding, leasing and insurance products in its search for a Financial Controller.
Excellent salary, bonus and benefits. Location: UK, Midlands (Office).
The Role
This is a senior finance leadership opportunity responsible for leading the Accounting and Tax function across the UK and Ireland operations.
Acting as deputy to the CFO, you will oversee financial reporting, accounting, tax, treasury and governance activities while driving transformation, process improvement and technology adoption across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all accounting, financial reporting and statutory reporting activities across the UK and Ireland businesses
Ensure timely and accurate month-end, year-end and regulatory reporting
Oversee Corporate Tax, VAT, tax planning and compliance activities
Manage balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls
Support capital markets, funding, treasury and cashflow management activities
Lead external audit relationships and maintain a strong internal control environment
Partner with Business Control teams on planning, forecasting and financial analysis
Drive finance transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives
Lead and develop accounting, reporting and accounts payable teams
Support wider strategic projects and business initiatives across the organisation
Candidate Profile
Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Significant finance leadership experience within financial services
Captive finance, vehicle finance or asset finance experience highly desirable
Strong knowledge of IFRS, corporate tax, VAT and financial reporting
Experience managing treasury, funding and capital market activities advantageous
Proven leadership, stakeholder management and people development skills
Strong technology mindset with experience of automation and reporting tools
Experience leading finance transformation and process improvement initiatives
We strongly favour applicants with proven, relevant experience in Financial Services; particularly Asset Finance and Leasing.
You will also require relevant IN-COUNTRY experience; without which, your application will NOT be considered.
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💷 Referral fee available.