Financial Controller (Maternity Cover)
Location
Brighton, East Sussex | United Kingdom
Job description
About iCrossing
We combine the capability of a digital transformation consultancy with the activation expertise of an agency. We help businesses unlock the power of digital, through creativity, content, data, media and technology, to deliver real step change. We’re committed to nurturing a culture where you can grow and excel, just as our clients do, while enjoying a balance that flexes with your life. The company perks are top drawer – from Enhanced Parental Leave to Charity Days. And everything we do is underpinned by values that help us attract people we love working with: those who are Ambitious, Brave and Collaborative.
The role
The Financial Controller reports to the Head of Finance and is responsible for financial reporting and financial control for the UK business. We are looking for a qualified chartered accountant with a proactive problem solving attitude and an eye for detail to cover 12 months maternity leave. Experience outside of accounting/audit practice will enable the successful applicant to possess the appropriate business focus required for this role.
You will be joining a team of four others (Accounts Receivable, Commercial Accountant and Finance Assistant), with the Finance Assistant reporting you.
This is a full-time role, five days per week, but we are open to someone working four days per week. This is a hybrid role, with attendance in the Brighton office required twice a week. Occasional travel to London office may be required.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The day-to-day of this role includes the following:
- Delivery of accurate financial reporting of the business for two entities, on time for corporate reporting and internal management deadlines.
- Overseeing financial controls of the business to ensure risk of material error, omission and fraud is minimised.
- Ownership of the balance sheet for two entities – ensuring it is accurate, well supported and reconciled monthly.
- Revenue forecast for senior leadership team.
- VAT returns compilation & submission for two entities.
- P&L reporting, forecasting and variance analysis. • Line management of a team member.
- Ambassador of iCrossing UK and its values (ambitious, brave and collaborative).
- You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills, qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you from time to time.
ABOUT YOU
We're looking for someone who is:
- A qualified chartered accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
- Experienced with statutory audit & accounts, Making Tax Digital (MTD) VAT returns and assessing VAT treatment.
- Experienced with Group accounting, consolidation, intercompany & foreign exchange in industry.
- Knowledgeable & practiced with revenue recognition under Financial Reporting Standard (FRS)102.
- Has advanced excel skills (pivot tables, SUMIF, lookups, filters, conditional formatting, spreadsheet checks).
- Thorough approach to balance sheet reconciliation and support.
- Experienced with P&L forecasting and management accounting.
- A proficient accounting and reporting systems user
- A self-starter and keen problem solver with processes/reporting.
- An analytical thinker with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
WHAT YOU’LL GET FROM US
- ‘Flex 10’: reduced core working hours, creating 10 flexible hours to suit you
- Hybrid working: we currently operate on min. 2 days a week office working, other options can be discussed dependent on role
- Pension matching up to 6%
- Healthcare plan and Digicare app with access to professional mental health support, nutritional advice, health screenings and a digital GP
- Monthly contribution to a wellbeing activity of your choice.
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection
- Bonusly - peer to peer employee recognition programme
- Tech and phone purchasing scheme
- Study leave: up to 5 days per year
- Charity days: 5 days per year to undertake work on behalf of a charity
- Together Time: 3x per year, 2 hours paid time off to spend time with people you care about most
- Cycle to work
- Regular socials and more!
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