Financial Controller

About the role

Ensure that monthly, quarterly and annual performance is accurately reported and ready for review by Business Finance in accordance with published timetables. Ensure that all material variances to Budget, latest forecast and Prior Year are explained clearly and concisely Support the annual Global Functions budgeting cycle by preparing and reviewing budget submissions, ensuring underlying assumptions are robust and aligned with business strategy.

What you'll do

• Ensure that monthly, quarterly and annual performance is accurately reported and ready for review by Business Finance in accordance with published timetables
• Ensure that all material variances to Budget, latest forecast and Prior Year are explained clearly and concisely
• Collaborate with budget owners to ensure cost lines (e.g., personnel, L&P, insurance, promotional costs) reflect accurate phasing and expected activity
• Prepare periodic Global Functions forecasts (i.e. 0+12, 3+9, 6+6 & 9+3 cycles) to assess whether the business remains on track to deliver its budget
• Update forecast assumptions through engagement with stakeholders, including headcount planning, staff movements, cross-charges and major cost drivers

What you need

• Financial statements
• Reporting
• Financial reporting
• Accounting
• Budgeting
• Statutory compliance
• Chartered Accountant or B.Com or BBA