Our client based in the Scottish Borders, are a progressive and pioneering business. They are recruiting for a Financial Controller to fill a key role within the business as we continue to expand.
The Benefits
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ï‚· Full time working circa 0830 to 1630. Part time considered
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ï‚· Scope for flexible working from home
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ï‚· 30 days holiday pro rata
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ï‚· Access to Company pension and Health scheme
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ï‚· Remuneration in line with experience
The Role
Reporting to The Directors, the role includes:
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ï‚· Preparation of monthly and annual management accounts using Sage.
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ï‚· Overseeing Sales and Purchase legers.
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ï‚· Supervision of general book-keeping and business records.
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ï‚· Vat returns, incl. foreign transactions and taxes
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ï‚· Banking, including foreign currency purchase and transactions.
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ï‚· Attending management meetings, reporting, and taking minutes.
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ï‚· Overall responsibility for payroll, and processing where required.
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ï‚· Extensive use of our dedicated nursery management software, which will be taught in-house.
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ï‚· Assisting and supporting other departments where necessary
To be considered for this role, you will need:
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ï‚· Relevant accounting experience and preferably a relevant qualification.
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ï‚· Proven track record of accounting and book-keeping procedures.
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ï‚· Familiarity with Sage.
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ï‚· Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and associated technology
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ï‚· To show thoroughness and attention to detail.
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ï‚· Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
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ï‚· To be forward-thinking, flexible, and adaptable to respond to change and swift decision making.
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ï‚· Desire for continuous improvement and personal development to remain up to date with
legislation, accounting and regulatory developments.
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ï‚· Ability to seek improved systems and processes of work.
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ï‚· Familiarity with import and export procedures and regulations would be beneficial.
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ï‚· To be a proven team player, willing and able to operate within an agile, dynamic, forward-
thinking team.
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ï‚· Working knowledge of Payroll would be beneficial.