Senior Financial Controller

This is a wonderful opportunity to work for long term established, award winning and highly regarded Architecture practice in London. 

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The practice has reputation for producing Architecture projects with the end user in mind and have great retention when it comes to internal staff and team members. The practice has roughly 180 people in London and Manchester Studios.

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The role:

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To manage practice finance and assist with the overall smooth running of the office, assisting the Managing Director in these matters.  Manage the finance team, their workload and output.  Produce timely, accurate and relevant financial reports.  Maintain the project costing programme and ensure that information is accurate and up to date.

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‍This role would suit someone who is familiar with Architecture and Construction Industry.

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Overall responsibilities:

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Report directly to the board on all matters of practice and project finance.

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Accounts and financial management:

• Monthly and quarterly reporting and accounting as per regulatory legal requirements including taxation, dividends, annual report and accounts
• Maintaining relationship with company accountant
• Advise on changes in company legislation, tax, pensions etc

Management accounts

• Business and financial strategy and planning, regular monitoring, management and reporting including development of policies, systems and personnel involved.
• Understanding of use and implementation of Union Square management software
• Cash, billings, earnings and credit control

Further areas of Responsibilities include, Payroll, Banking, Insurances,Shareholders, Company Pension, Business Planning and Property Finance.

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Qualifications Required:

• Qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent with minimum 3 years Post Qualified Experience

Skills needed for the job

• Sound knowledge of SAGE 50
• Knowledge of Union Square software an advantage