Financial Controller

Vantage Spaces has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join our growing team at our head office in Kirkstall, Leeds.

Benefit from a competitive salary of up to £55k per annum, company events, and great coffee!

Financial Controller
Kirkstall, Leeds, LS4 2BQ

• Full-time or Part-time (flexibility with remote work 1-2 days per week)
• Permanent position
• £45,000 - £55,000 per annum dependent on experience

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

The mission:

At Vantage Spaces, our mission is to harness the power of indoor planting and to create places where people come together.

Our Values

Caring: We genuinely care for people and all the things that matter most in life.
Honesty: We keep things simple and transparent, and we always keep our word.
Endurance: We see things through to completion and ensure that good work lasts.

About the role:

As our Financial Controller, you'll be stepping into a pivotal role. With our founder transitioning into semi-retirement, this position offers the chance to lead and refine our financial processes in a cash-positive, expanding company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Uphold the company values of Caring, Honesty, and Endurance.
• Ensure accurate business transactions and compliance with accounting principles.
• Collaborate on month-end close and year-end accounts with team and external accountants.
• Manage bookkeeping, VAT returns, recurring invoicing, and weekly pay runs.
• Conduct financial analysis, forecasting, and monitor key business metrics.
• Oversee monthly stock takes and customer/product profit analysis.
• Maintain internal financial controls and optimise debt collection.
• Provide accurate financial reporting and continuous improvement in finance operations.

What’s in it for you?

At Vantage Spaces, we believe in taking care of our team as much as we care for our plants. Here’s what to expect:

• Remote working 1-2 days per week.
• Free parking.
• Company events.
• Complimentary breakfast one day per week.
• Great coffee!
• Opportunities to grow with us during this exciting expansion phase.

Our Ideal Candidate:

You will thrive in fast-paced environments and have the following skills and qualifications:

• 3+ years of professional accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent experience.
• AAT, ACA, or ACCA qualified.
• Strong experience with monthly closing processes, forecasting, budgeting, and customer billing.
• Organised and analytical with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in Xero financial reporting.

If you have a background in practice and hands-on experience in financial management, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Financial Controller, Financial Manager, Head of Finance, Finance Business Partner, Finance Analyst, Accounting Manager, Management Accountant, Senior Accountant, Finance Officer, Group Financial Controller, Finance Director.