Financial Controller

Toshiba EMEA
Staines-upon-Thames

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Qualifications

IFRS reporting
Stakeholder collaboration
Regulatory financial reporting
Financial audit coordination
Stakeholder liaison
Management accounts preparation
ACA
Data analysis skills
Management accounting expertise
Controllership experience
IFRS
Financial statement preparation
Continuous improvement
Forecasting
Overseeing budgeting and forecasting
Performance analysis in finance
CIMA
Financial accounting
Management reporting
Ongoing financial performance monitoring
Professional development mentoring
Finance and accounting experience
Communication skills

Full job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to join Toshiba's Smart Metering Division. Reporting directly to the division head, you will play a key role in providing financial leadership, business partnering, statutory compliance support, and detailed financial analysis to support strategic decision-making across the business.

This is a varied and hands-on role offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders in both the UK and Japan. You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial control, driving continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality management information to support the growth and success of the division.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and analysis.
Provide financial and commercial support to divisional leadership, identifying trends, risks and opportunities to improve business performance.
Oversee key finance functions, including treasury, accounts payable, accounts receivable and fixed assets.
Prepare and review monthly forecasts, annual budgets, profit and loss accounts, balance sheets and cash flow reporting.
Manage statutory accounts preparation, external audits and corporate compliance requirements.
Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, IFRS/US GAAP requirements and corporate reporting guidelines.
Manage tax and VAT compliance activities, working closely with external advisers where required.
Support and develop a Financial Accountant, providing coaching and guidance.
Lead finance-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the division.
Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, including senior management teams in the UK and Japan.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified accountant who combines strong technical expertise with excellent commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills.

Essential Requirements

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Significant experience within financial or management accounting roles.
Strong experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
Experience of statutory accounts, audit processes and financial controls.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Desirable

Experience working within a multinational organisation.
Knowledge of Oracle Financials.
Experience of working with international stakeholders and reporting requirements.

What We Offer

A highly visible role working closely with senior leadership.
The opportunity to influence business decision-making and strategy.
Exposure to international stakeholders and projects.
Professional and personal development opportunities.
Competitive benefits package.

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