Financial Controller

About Concurrent

We deliver mission-critical embedded computing solutions to operate in even the harshest of environments. Founded in 1985 to develop Multibus II boards, we’ve expanded our offering over four decades to become a trusted, reliable solutions provider in critical embedded applications.

We have a proven record of delivering technology to the world’s leading OEMs across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We operate facilities in Colchester and Theale in the United Kingdom and Woburn, MA and Los Angeles, CA in the United States.

Concurrent is a public company, quoted on AIM on the London Stock Exchange.

The Role

The Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing all financial and account activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations. This role is instrumental in driving financial strategy, consolidation and reporting, while maintaining strong controls and supporting business growth. Overall, this is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to get stuck in and make a real impact.

What will I be delivering?

1.        Financial management:

·        Aiding the business in making the right decisions to enhance the financial management. This will result in maximising the performance both in terms of profit, cash and balance sheet investments

2.        Financial and Management Reporting:

·        Provide excellent data, information and advice to support the right decisions being made is vital to this business

·        Build relationships with auditors, tax authorities and regulatory bodies.

3.         Risk Management and Compliance:

·        Identify and assess financial risks; ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, and tax laws; support the preparation of accurate financial statements and tax returns; support internal and external audits.

4.        Team leadership and development:

·        Provide strategic financial guidance to support business goals; evaluate and advise on investments and financial opportunities.

What’s in it for me?

The Financial Controller position is ideal for a finance/accounting professional ready to take the next step in their career, joining the company at a time of incredibly exciting growth. Working in a global business, you will have exposure to a buzzing team across the UK and US, with ample opportunities for growth, development, and learning.

What do I need to bring with me?

Demonstrated knowledge and experience

·        A strong financial background, including IFRS technical ability, P&L /Cash management, and a good understanding for advising on investments.

·        Financial experience in a manufacturing/engineering industry (desirable).

Technical skills and qualifications

·        Professional Accounting qualification ACCA/CIMA. 

·        In-depth knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS).

·        Strong understanding of treasury and cash flow management.

Behavioural competencies

·        Strategic thinking and hands on approach to problem solving and supporting the team.

·        High attention to detail and a proactive mindset

·        Strong communicator, with the ability to influence (including non-finance people)

Benefits for working at Concurrent: 

• Generous company pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)

• Health insurance, life assurance, & income protection

• 25 days holiday + banks

• Holiday purchase scheme

• Cycle to Work and Home & Tech scheme

• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Equal Opportunity Statement

Concurrent recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.