Financial Controller
| Posting date: | 29 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40.0 to £45.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Salary Equivalent: £55,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 August 2025 |
| Location: | Darlington, County Durham, TS1 1QA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4711194_1753787058 |
Summary
Job Opportunity: Temporary Financial Controller - Immediate Start
Location: Darlington
Contract Type: Temporary
Start Date: Immediate
Salary Equivalent: £55,000 FTE
Are you an experienced Financial Controller available for an immediate start? We're working with a dynamic company in Darlington seeking a skilled professional to take the reins of their finance function on a temporary basis.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Operations & Reporting
- Monitor and implement robust financial operations and controls
- Prepare monthly financial reports and maintain the general ledger with full audit trail support
- Perform account reconciliations and analytical reviews of financial data
- Generate monthly trend reports and ensure financial statement accuracy
- Investigate and resolve variances in financial data
Banking & Transactions
- Reconcile all bank accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Manage intercompany transfers and ensure accurate recording
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies
Compliance & Audit
- Assist with audit preparation and annual reviews
- Complete all HMRC filings and returns (excluding statutory accounts)
- Support in calculating claims
Payroll
- Calculate payroll in conjunction with a third-party provider
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role
- Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
- Ability to hit the ground running and work independently
- Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and HMRC requirements
- Proficiency in accounting software and Excel
What you need to do now
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