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Financial Controller

A Finance Controller is normally someone who is a critical thinker and with strong analytical skills. A Finance Controller will oversee all accounting functions and work alongside yet oversee other colleagues in a finance department.
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Financial Controller

Job Description & Responsibilities

  • Oversee the daily financial operations for the company
  • Budgeting, Forecasting and reporting for key decision makers within the business
  • Year end reporting and accounting
  • Supervise an accounting team or finance team
  • Handle a lot of statistical data
  • Manage audits and review findings
  • Assist various departments in creating budgets
  • Ensure the company you work for complies with laws and regulations

Purchase Ledger Manager

£16.00 - £19.00 p/h

Temporary

Chelmsford, Essex

Purchase Ledger Manager - Immediate Start

Date: 26th March 2025

Job ref: LAS000180325_1742984614

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Purchase Ledger Clerk

£13.50 - £14.50 p/h

Temporary

Maldon, Essex

Prime Appointments are currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to work for a company based in Tollesbury to start immediately! This is a full-time temporary position for at least 4 weeks to help with the large amount of supplier invoices for payment.

Date: 21st March 2025

Job ref: 92748LAS_1742574483

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Credit Controller

£26,000 - £33,000 p/a

Permanent

Kelvedon, Essex

Credit Controller

Date: 17th March 2025

Job ref: KH93866_1742229533

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Group Financial Controller

£55,000 - £60,000 p/a

Permanent

Chelmsford, Essex

GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY - UP TO £60K - NEWLY CREATED ROLE - EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR A DRIVEN & ENTHUSIASTIC INDIVIDUAL - OFFICE BASED

Date: 17th March 2025

Job ref: 93682_1742220660

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Management Accountant

£28,000 - £40,000 p/a

Permanent

Felixstowe, Suffolk

Management Accountant

Date: 3rd March 2025

Job ref: KH93796_1741012874

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Financial Controller FAQ's

What Skills & Experience Do I Need?

There are many paths to becoming a Finance Controller:

  • Fully Qualified in ACCA or CIMA
  • University degree in accounting or other finance discipline
  • While some employers are happy to consider qualified by experience candidates (QBE), extensive work experience within an accounting role of 5 years + would be required

However, formal qualifications aren't the only requirements. You will also need to demonstrate:

  • Excellent computer skills including Advanced Excel / MS office
  • The ability to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritise
  • The ability to communicate with different employees to explain financial risks
  • A proactive, self-starter
  • Management and leadership experience
  • Analytical skills to analyse data effectively to make decisions
  • Leadership skills to motivate team members

What's the Average Financial Controller Salary?

The average salary for a Finance Controller is £55,000, although this figure can fluctuate depending on location and experience. As you gain more experience and become more qualified, you will find that your overall salary can increase to over £80,000.

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