Title: Interim Assistant Financial Controller (6 month FTC) 

Location: White City, London 

Division: Finance 

Reports to: Group Financial Controller 

• Are you ready to drive financial transformation and innovation within a dynamic organisation focused on delivering exceptional public services?
• Do you have a passion for supporting financial reporting, external audits, working capital management, process improvements and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations?
• Do you want to have the opportunity to assist with ad hoc projects such as debt refinancing, development of comprehensive group control framework, process improvements, post finance systems implementation etc?

If so, we would love to hear from you! 

ABOUT US 

Agilisys is at the forefront of digital transformation and innovation in the public services sector. With over two decades of experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for governments, local authorities, and organizations nationwide. Our mission is to empower our clients to deliver exceptional public services by harnessing the full potential of technology and data. 

OUR VALUES  

Partnership: we become one team and family with organisations, helping them to navigate change and stay agile. 

Integrity: our people really care, going beyond the brief to make change happen for organisations and citizens. 

Innovation: we bring together the right technologies and services to design solutions that work. 

Passion: we are passionate about - and dedicated to - public services and improving people’s lives. 

THE ROLE 

Key responsibilities 

The Interim Assistant Financial Controller will support the financial reporting, external audits, working capital management, process improvements and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. 

Specific duties 

Depending on the project, you will need to be comfortable doing the following: 

• Assist preparation of the Group consolidation and year-end financial statements
• Assist with Financial audit schedules as required by our auditors.
• Coordinate with the external auditors for annual audits to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
• Support preparation of Group cash flow forecasts including weekly cash and working capital deck.
• Manage working capital, including providing oversight of the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams in the UK and India
• Support the Group Financial Controller in ensuring that all accounting processes and procedures are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Assist Group Finance on ad hoc projects such as debt refinancing, development of comprehensive group control framework, process improvements, post finance systems implementation etc.

Opportunity 

This role is an excellent platform for experienced professionals to take their career to the next level and an opportunity unlikely to be found anywhere else. This role will offer exposure to the right mix of challenges, within a culture that promotes continuous learning and development. 

ABOUT YOU 

The ideal candidate will have a track-record in delivering results while embracing change and uncertainty. Excellent stakeholder management experience is essential to being successful in this role. 

The Ideal Candidate 

• Qualified accountant with experience of working under or with a Financial Controller within a fast-moving business (or within practice at minimum Audit Senior level) working to tight deadlines.
• Proven track record of delivery and achievement within previous assignments and a strong technical accounting background with a good understanding of UK GAAP.
• Strong practical analytical skills, with the ability to effectively interpret and summarise data.
• Self-starter who is able to manage multiple workstreams with minimal oversight.
• Experience in implementing new systems and processes would be highly desirable.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: 

This role will offer exposure to the right mix of challenges, within a culture that promotes continuous learning and development. 

Benefits include: 

• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Health Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Access to exclusive discounts and offers through the company’s “Perks at Work” scheme
• 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy more)

PROCESS 

Simply submit your CV. 

By submitting your CV, you understand that we have a legitimate interest to use your personal data for the purposes of assessing your eligibility for this role.  This means that we may use your personal data to contact you to discuss your CV or arrange an interview or transfer your CV to the hiring manager(s) of the role you have applied for.  You can ask us at any time to remove your CV from our database by emailing talentacquisition@agilisys.co.uk – but please note that this means we will no longer consider you for the role you have applied for. 

We have a rigorous recruitment process, which we use for all our roles to ensure we attract the very best talent.  

Individuals seeking employment at Agilisys must note that we see diversity as something that creates a better workplace and delivers better outcomes. As such, we are keen to maximise the diversity of our workforce and actively encourage applications from all. We encourage diversity through perspective, background, identity, and thought whilst also fostering an environment where everyone can express themselves regardless of your race, religion, sex, gender, colour, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are committed to continuing to nurture an inclusive environment and building a diverse workforce.