Financial Controller
Birmingham, United Kingdom Apply for RoleYou will lead a dedicated Financial Control and Group Reporting function, managing a team of c.14 heads, working in close collaboration with all key stakeholders. You will be required to support the team in relation to resource management (recruitment & selection), people management (performance, training & development), customer relationship management and all matters relating to the effective performance of the Financial Control area.
A key component of the role will be your ability to take a pro-active approach, challenging the status quo. You will be expected to devise creative solutions focusing on continuous improvement in order to drive through decisions to improve business performance.
What you will be doingIn collaboration with key stakeholders, direct and oversee the evaluation process for the implementation of new financial processes to support the achievement of the business goals.
Encourage effective communication to facilitate sharing of best practice and organisational learning.
Maintain awareness of local competition, market/legal changes, research, plan and forecast market trends and apply analysed data into effective business plans and strategies.
Identify opportunities and implement change to improve and maintain profitability of the business, including understanding areas of spend and sources of revenue and income.
Monitor key metrics and produce MI reports accurately and within required timescales.
Support risk management and business continuity planning processes.
Guarantee all work is compliant with internal and external audit requirements and complies with financial legislative requirements. Ensure all operations are in line with best practice and adhere to Group standards.
Ensure implementation of strategic global finance / reporting initiatives and focus on continues improvement to deliver best in class Finance function
Key contact to Pension Trustees for the 2 Defined Benefit Schemes currently in operation and managing funding discussions due to imminent tri-annual revaluation.
Monthly Close Process
Treasury / Cash
Maintain a strong and well controlled Treasury function
Ensure appropriate working capital management
Implementation of Group Treasury Management System and driving ongoing improvements in efficiency.
About YouHighly analytical with a proven track record
ACA Qualified Accountant
Have a strong working understanding of UK GAAP (US Advantageous)
Management hands on experience required
Advanced Excel
Experience of working in a sizable organisation with a matrix structure
Be a self-starter who is able to make an immediate impact and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
Offer thought leadership and creative solutions to respond to the current and future needs of the business.
Guarantee all work is compliant with internal and external audit requirements and complies with financial legislative requirements.
Why choose ust’s an exciting time to be part of our team. We’re proud to be a global thought-leader and care about doing the best job we can to ensure better futures for everyone. We do this by building our Future@Work strategy as a united team of 30,000+ colleagues with a collective spirit working in over 60 countries globally.
You’ll have the opportunity to grow across a variety of interesting jobs and careers over our extensive portfolio of global brands. We empower our colleagues to work in the smartest, most efficient ways to achieve total balance between the demands of their jobs and their lives. That’s why we give you the autonomy and support you need to work in the way that makes you most productive, agile, confident, and insightful.
Putting people first, pioneering with a collective spirit and always advancing with a growth mindset -that’s what we stand for at the Adecco Group. Here, we are all individuals with a unique perspective on the world we live in. That’s what makes us stronger. Whoever you are and whatever your background, you can be yourself. So, we aim to build on the attributes that make you, you. We offer a range of world-class resources for upskilling and development, satisfying your curiosity while the sharing skills, knowledge, and expertise to grow together.
Make an impact where it matters most.
A journey to bring out the best in youWe believe that having an understanding of the hiring process helps you to prepare, feel, and be, at your best. As a global, multi brand organization with multiple different roles, our application process can vary.
On our career site, you will find some of the key steps you can expect to guide you along the way.
Posting date: 13-10-2022
Get to Know Us
We don't tick boxes – we think outside them. At the Adecco Group, we lead the way in enabling organisations to adapt to a changing world of work and ensuring the future employability of people. Our purpose of making the future work for everyone, means we prioritise putting people first, providing autonomy and support to enhance productivity and growth. Every year, our 50,000+ employees worldwide enable millions of people to succeed in the world of work. We upskill and reskill more than half a million people annually, enhancing employability and accelerating careers.
Diversity & Inclusion at The Adecco Group
We are committed to making the future work for everyone. As a people business focused on providing talent solutions and advisory services, we envision a world in which everyone has the chance to participate in the world of work. Our aim is to acknowledge and appreciate diverse perspectives, encouraging inclusive decision-making processes that value each colleague's contributions, skills, experience, and potential. We work actively to create the conditions that support a culture and work environment of belonging, trust, and participation. Our approach to diversity and inclusion is built around several pillars that underpin our work, including structural and conscious inclusion, leadership, and accountability.
Culture
Our "people first" approach means prioritising the wellbeing of our colleagues, always. Employee wellbeing has never been more important, and we continuously work to improve how we support our people to be holistically happy and healthy, no matter what the current climate.
"We aspire to become a benchmark as a top-class employer, by fostering a respectful, inclusive, and healthy environment for all." - Sarah Cheyne - Group VP Talent Experience, Inclusion and People Analytics
Learn more about The Adecco Group
The Adecco Group is the world's leading talent advisory and solutions company. Our powerful purpose is to make the future work for everyone. We build and incubate capabilities in areas where persistent skills shortages exist and connect that talent to organisations to power their success. Our core operations are split into 3 distinct Global Business Units (GBU’s) – Adecco, Akkodis and LHH. With these services we help individuals fulfil and exceed their potential, building employability and connecting people with opportunities.. At the Adecco Group, everyone has a voice and there are extensive opportunities to satisfy your curiosity, share your skills, and take your career in any direction.
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Are we the right fit for each other? Have a look at the traits we're looking for. (1 Beginner – 10 Expert)
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Putting people first - be that your colleagues, clients or customers10
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Always willing to develop self and learn; you are curious and support a culture of continuous learning in order to evolve professionally8
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Seeks to empower others and collaborate with a collective spirit10
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Engages and connects with others in a meaningful and respectful way to achieve common goals9
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Initiates activities and decision making; perseveres with courage and energy to drive results8
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