Assistant Financial Controller

Location Ashford
Salary Paying up to £45k DOE
Contract Permanent
Job Ref

We are partnering with a client to recruit a highly capable Assistant Financial Controller who will play a crucial role by preparing accounts, month-end reporting and be a key business partner. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven finance professional who thrives in a hands‑on environment, enjoys solving problems, and is motivated by supporting operational teams to achieve strategic and commercial goals.

The Opportunity

You’ll take ownership of financial accounting, month‑end reporting, tax submissions and profitability analysis for both UK and US sites. Working closely with the Finance Director and Financial Controller, you’ll ensure complete, accurate, and timely financial information to support performance, compliance, and long‑term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Controller in delivering robust financial performance across ITL

• Ensure accurate month‑end close and balance sheet reconciliations

• Deliver complete and timely financial accounting for UK & US sites

• Prepare Tax Packs, submissions and quarterly VAT declarations

• Reconcile inter‑company accounts and maintain financial integrity

• Provide key financial insight and analysis

• Produce monthly sales and profitability reporting

• Implement financial reporting systems aligned to customer contracts

• Collaborate with external auditors to support efficient audit processes

• Provide adhoc support to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

Skill and Attributes

• AAT qualified, degree‑equivalent, or part‑qualified/qualified by experience (ACCA, CIMA, ACA etc.)

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar accounting or financial reporting role

• Confident with IFRS, UK direct and indirect tax, and ERP/reporting systems

• A proactive, dynamic problem‑solver who isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo

• Strong Excel skills with the ability to interrogate and interpret complex data

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to partner with cross‑functional teams

Apply now

Consultant

Joanne Gruodienė

Associate Director