Financial Controller

My client is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the daily operations of their Finance department (team of five) and support the Finance Director. In this key role, you'll handle financial reporting and analysis, contributing to strategic decision-making while enjoying autonomy to improve and streamline the finance function.

Client Details

My client are experts in their field of manufacturing which serves a wide range of industries from automotive to aerospace and motorsport. Their success stems from delivering tailored, high-quality solutions to meet complex and demanding requirements.

Description

Key Tasks:

• Manage the working capital components of the Group with specific attention to cash flow, debtors and currency management.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial systems ensuring that supporting internal controls are appropriate as the business develops, ensuring integrity and transparency.
• Monitor and report on performance against budgets and forecasts
• Lead the reporting for the project-based section of the business, ensuring there are weekly updates on the progress of each live project. T
• Actively manage overheads, seeking efficiency's and savings where possible.
• Oversee the monthly processing of payroll and other employee payments.
• Act as systems administrator for the company's accounting system, providing training and working with IT to ensure appropriate access is granted to allow flow of information
• Deliver daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly financial performance reports
• Ensuring the annual audit is conducted efficiently and quickly.
• Managing and developing a team of 5

Profile

The Successful Applicant

Essential

• CIMA / ACCA qualified
• Similar level role in a manufacturing SME environment
• Sound working knowledge of Sage 50
• MS Excel Advanced
• Commercial business awareness
• Excellent communicator

Key Personal Attributes / Behavioural Competencies

• Able to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills, ability to meet strict deadlines and reliable.
• Proactive, both as a manager and department leader, ensuring tasks are seen through to completion through the team.
• Encourages and motivates team members to succeed.
• Able to work to a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Job Offer

Why apply?

• Annual Profit share bonus.
• Enhanced contributory pension scheme.
• 33 days annual leave.
• Competitive salary.
• Growth opportunity to Finance Director.
• Insurances (Income Protection, Critical Illness etc..).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Be part of a vibrant team dedicated to innovation and growth.
• Thrive in a role where your contributions directly impact the Company's success.