Job Description
We are looking for Financial Controller
please email me only if you are interested and have a back ground in Manufacturing or distribution
this is office based and is based in Byfleet so need to be able to get there
The Financial controller will oversee and manage the day-to-day accounting and finance operations in the UK, of both the sites in Byfleet and Newquay ensuring compliance with financial regulations and oversee and ensure effective financial management of overseas subsidiaries US, China and Germany to ensure group reporting and all inter company policies are followed. Will have a deep understanding of the manufacturing and distribution industry, enabling critical and timely reporting on a regular basis to the board and the management team of day-to-day performance. Will report to the Uk board and group CEO.
Key responsibilities:
Monthly KPI reporting to include P&L, Balance Sheet and cashflow and annual year end reporting
Budgeting and Forecasting ,developing and managing the annual budget, financial forecasting, and variance reporting to give critical insight
Cashflow monitoring and reporting on the group level to maximise treasury operations, as trading in Dollar, Euro and Yen.
Communicating with the management team the KPI’s and how to improve performance
Skills required
Strong foundations in financial and accounting skills
Knowledge and Experience of MRP systems -currently utilising Winman in the Uk but specific knowledge of this system is not critical
Experience of Debt and financial management
Excellent financial analytical skills, for interpretation of financial data and providing critical insight
Good communication skills in particular with non-financial teams
Attention to Detail
Technology Proficient
Leadership and Management skills
The reporting side of the role is currently outsourced to a provider who will be available for a full handover and currently utilises Fathom for projections and monthly reporting. There is an inhouse accountant who is working towards retirement and an assistant who is a qualified AAT who will be able to support (currently on maternity until Feb 2026 but being covered by a temp. Day to day financial reporting and compliance are currently outsourced in US, China and Germany to independent agents with inhouse capability as required for day-to-day processing.
Ideally an accounting qualification but will consider qualified by experience