A highly skilled Plant Finance Controller to lead financial operations at a manufacturing site. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and relevance of financial indicators and management tools, providing insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making and operational control.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
* Lead the preparation and monitoring of the plant's operating budget, coordinating inputs across departments.
* Oversee the Annual Investment Plan (AIP), including contract management and investment profitability analysis.
* Forecast future P&L performance and monitor weekly spend against budget.
* Prepare management accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
* Analyze profitability by customer and product.
Costing & Controls
* Define and update standard costs (e.g., hourly rates, raw materials).
* Ensure accurate pricing and quotation processes through collaboration with other departments.
* Supervise budgetary control processes and monitor action plans.
* Analyze customer credit risk and make informed decisions.
Compliance & Governance
* Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations (tax, labour, accounting).
* Manage company insurance policies.
* Liaise with internal and external auditors, ensuring timely and accurate information delivery.
* Uphold internal regulations and Group Policies on Equal Opportunities, Environment, Health & Safety, and Quality.
Team Leadership & Development
* Develop and implement training plans for direct reports.
* Conduct annual performance reviews and define development action plans.
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement and team growth.
Key skills and Requirements
* Health and Safety
* Client Orientation
* Teamwork
* Self-control
* Analytical Thinking
* Innovation / Initiative
* Impact and Influence
* People management and development
* Strategic Vision
Benefits
You will be joining a growing and well-established manufacturing business on a permanent basis, salary up to £75,000 depending on experience, plus 15% bonus and 4.5% pension. Plus, additional benefits to be discussed.
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