Job Description
Your new companyI am excited to be working with a Shropshire-based manufacturing organisation who pride themselves on delivering high-quality, precision-manufactured products to businesses. As a focused and technologically advanced operation, they are driven by innovation, continuous investment, and operational efficiency.Their advanced technology enables streamlined, high-performance production, supported by a lean structure and agile processes that allow them to move quickly and operate with accuracy.While they operate largely behind the scenes, their work is reflected in the products consumers see on retail shelves. Your new roleAs the Financial Lead, you'll take full ownership of the finance function, playing a pivotal role in driving performance and shaping the business.
You'll oversee all aspects of financial management, from leading robust processes, systems, and controls (including risk management), to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data across ledgers, fixed assets, stock, and cash flow.This is a high-impact role where you'll lead the delivery of statutory, management, regulatory, and government reporting, while also taking charge of budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning. You'll act as the key point of contact for audits, confidently liaising with external stakeholders and ensuring best-in-class compliance.Lead and manage the transactional finance team (AP, AR, cash, bank, GL)Ensure robust financial controls, processes, and system effectivenessMaintain statutory compliance and financial reporting obligationsOversee company taxation (VAT, Corporation Tax, R&D, Customs & Excise)Manage treasury, cash flow, and banking relationshipsDeliver budgeting, forecasting, and MI reportingProduce statutory accounts and manage audit processesDrive process improvements and finance system implementationsOversee balance sheet integrity and reconciliationsManage fixed assets and capital allowancesWhat you'll need to succeedACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent5-10 years experience in a similar finance roleGL and Balance sheet reconciliationsAdvanced Excel SkillsFinancial controls & risk managementGreat attention to detail.Strong communication skills across all levelsApproachable and flexible.process improvementWhat you'll get in returnClear career progression pathwaypension contributionHealth & Life assuranceHealth Cash Plan, tech schemes and many more.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.ukTPBN1_UKTJ