Job Description

Introduction

Are you an experienced Financial Controller looking for a dynamic interim role where you can make an immediate impact? 

We want you to join Gattaca to manage the company's financial health, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic financial insights to support business growth.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team in a growing industry.

Take the reins of strategic financial management across multiple entities.

Lead and inspire a team of 15 finance professionals across management accounts, payroll, accounts payable, and treasury.

Your Role:

As Interim Financial Controller, you'll oversee delivery of the monthly management accounts and board pack reporting for the Group, the oversight of the cost accounting and accounts payable team, staff payroll and contractor payroll teams and the Group treasury function.

Responsible for;

Financial Management, Reporting & Operational Delivery

· Oversee all aspects of cost financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management for the Group entities.

Strategic Planning

· Work alongside senior leadership to develop and implement financial policies and processes aligned with the company's business objectives.

Compliance and Risk Management

· Ensure timely completion of balance sheet reconciliations and reviews on a monthly or quarterly basis.

· Ensure compliance with changing employment legislation in staff and external contractor payroll processes.

· Under the guidance of the Group Tax Director, ensure compliance with UK tax laws, including VAT, PAYE, and Corporation Tax.

· Liaise with internal  and external auditors, ensuring timely completion of audits and adherence to statutory requirements.

Team Leadership and Development

· Lead and manage a team of 15 across management accounts, accounts payable, staff and contractor payroll and treasury, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

What You Bring:

ACCA, ACA, or CIMA qualified with proven financial leadership experience.

A solid understanding of UK accounting standards and experience managing overseas operations.

Strong analytical skills and high proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Familiarity with financial software like Microsoft Business Central.

A hands-on, strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Ready to Take the Lead?

This is your opportunity to step into a key role in a fast-paced environment where your expertise will be valued and impactful. 

At Gattaca, our values are the backbone of everything we do: Trust, Professionalism, Ambition, and FUN. Gattaca is dedicated to helping our people to realise their full potential. 

Next steps

Upload your CV and if we think there is a match, a member of our Talent Hub will be in touch. Our recruitment process will include a combination of telephone, video and face to face interviews for you to showcase your talents and potential.  

We offer reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of our applicants, such as providing interview questions in advance, offering written formats, changing interview times, structure, or settings, and arranging office visits before the interview. This list is not exhaustive, and we are open to considering any additional adjustments to support our candidates.

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