Financial Controller - 18 Month Maternity Cover Location: Lakeside, Essex - Hybrid working availableSalary: £80,000 - £90,000 About the Client Our client is a large, international organisation with a significant global presence and thousands of employees operating across numerous countries. The organisation offers the scale, opportunities and career potential associated with an established global business.Their culture is rooted in collaboration, mutual support and empowering employees to shape their careers. They place importance on diversity, work-life balance, career development and making a positive contribution both within the workplace and wider community. About the Job This is a senior finance position taking responsibility for management accounting, financial control and the quality of financial reporting. Managing a team of four Management Accountants, you will ensure robust controls are maintained while partnering with FPandA, senior finance stakeholders and wider Group functions.Duties will include:Taking ownership of month-end and quarter-end reporting, ensuring financial information is delivered accurately and within agreed deadlines.Managing complex accounting areas, including provisions, exceptional expenditure and accruals, in accordance with relevant accounting requirements.Working closely with FPandA and senior finance leadership to review financial performance ahead of monthly and quarterly reporting.Maintaining the integrity of the balance sheet, ..... full job details .....