Financial Control Specialist (12 Month FTC)

A leading global organisation is seeking a Financial Control Specialist to join their busy Finance team. This role presents an exciting opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact by supporting key financial decision-making and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial data that underpins business operations. You will be part of a highly collaborative and inclusive environment where your expertise will help drive process improvements and safeguard organisational assets. With a very flexible hybrid working model, generous pension contributions, and ongoing training opportunities, this position is ideal for someone who values flexibility, professional growth, and being part of a knowledgeable and supportive team.

Responsibilities:

• Review inter-company transactions, identify mismatches, and perform reconciliations in close partnership with the Financial Shared Service Centre (FSSC) and Finance Managers to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Assist the Senior Finance Manager with detailed account analysis and comprehensive review of balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial integrity.
• Support month-end reporting processes by providing accurate and timely financial information that informs data-driven decision-making across the business.
• Collaborate with FSSC colleagues to maintain efficient operational accounting processes and facilitate smooth data flow; actively support transitions when required.
• Contribute to statutory audit processes by assisting with data analysis, responding to external auditor queries, and preparing relevant documentation for submission.
• Partner effectively with stakeholders across finance, supply chain operations, HR, procurement, and other functional areas to deliver agreed accounting services satisfactorily.
• Proactively identify financial risks and opportunities, proposing measures to enhance governance, controls, and overall financial performance within the entity.
• Participate in projects as needed and undertake any reasonable tasks assigned by senior management to support business objectives.
• Deputise for the Senior Finance Manager when necessary, ensuring continuity in leadership and decision-making during absences.
• Support monthly cash forecast preparation and assist in collecting, preparing, and uploading information for bi-annual budget rounds.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Finalist level of CIMA, ACCA or ACA is essential for this role as it demonstrates your technical expertise in accounting standards.
• A degree or master’s in finance, accounting or comparable education provides a strong foundation for understanding complex financial concepts.
• Significant post-qualification experience in business finance roles equips you with practical knowledge needed to excel in this position.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems e.g.Oracle or SAP.
• Familiarity with Business Performance Improvement tools such as Power BI enables you to analyse data effectively for informed decision-making.
• Advanced Excel skills are crucial for managing detailed reconciliations and producing insightful reports.
• Exceptional analytical abilities paired with attention to detail allow you to identify discrepancies quickly while maintaining accuracy.
• A strong sense of integrity and responsibility ensures you uphold ethical standards in all aspects of your work.
• Ability to work well under pressure means you can meet tight deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills enable you to collaborate effectively across diverse teams both locally and internationally.

Next Steps:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career within a truly inclusive global organisation offering flexibility and growth opportunities - this is your chance!

Apply today by clicking on the link below; don’t miss out on joining a supportive team where your skills will be valued.

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