Financial Controller - 9 Month FTC

KONE plc require an experienced Financial Controller for maternity cover, starting end October or November 2024 and running for a minimum 9-month period to the end of July 2025. Being a public limited company, and wholly owned subsidiary of a listed Finnish multinational business, the reporting processes are both complex and extensive. Relationships must be built and maintained across the UK unit, remote Shared Services, and Corporate HQ. KONE plc are classified as a Large Business by HMRC and fall under the SAO regime. The role is based in Keighley (West Yorkshire), or Chertsey (Surrey), with the potential for hybrid working. Key Responsibilities * IR35 “off-payroll” Management * CIS “Construction Industry Scheme” Management * AP & AR Internal * AP External * Staff Expenses * Month-end closing regular activities * Balance Sheet * SAO Senior Accounting Officer audit process * CCO Criminal Corporate Offences compliance * Audit * Other tasks * As required by Head of Financial Control. * Development of apprentice (shared responsibility). Professional requirements * Experience as a Controller and/or working in an audit/accounting practice. * SAP and CPM Beacon (SAP BPC) or similar application, working knowledge preferred. * Knowledge of IFRS as well as local GAAP and other relevant local tax & legal legislation. * ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified or similar. Entry-level requirements * Preferably university degree in Finance or relevant field. * At least 4 years of professional experience. * Fluent in both written and spoken English. * Good communication skills. * Good collaboration, coordination, and networking skills