Join a well-established business delivering innovative and award-winning specialist products as they expand their finance team with this newly created Financial Controller position.
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This newly created Financial Controller role will be a key member of the finance team, responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the business. Based in Woolpit, you will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, manage the accounting operations, and provide strategic financial guidance to support business growth. You will lead the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
Prepare and present accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with local GAAP (local reporting) and IFRS (group reporting)
Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making
Accounting Operations:
Oversee all operational accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll
Ensure the accuracy and efficiency of accounting processes and systems
Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes
Maintain, develop and enforce internal controls
Budgeting & Forecasting:
Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting and budgeting
Lead the annual budgeting process and develop accurate financial forecasts
Monitor budget performance and provide regular variance analysis
Collaborate with department heads to develop and manage departmental budgets
Team Management:
Lead, mentor, and develop the operational accounting team
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment
Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback
Financial Systems & Process Improvement:
Identify, evaluate and enhance key processes, especially where automation would create efficiencies and improve accuracy
Implement and manage financial software and tools
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance department
Cash Management:
Monitor and manage the company's cash flow
Optimise working capital and ensure adequate liquidity
Manage banking relationships
Key Attributes:
Problem solving and analytical skills, confidence to question and challenge
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrating good commercial acumen
Show integrity, tenacity, resilience and adaptability in complex situations and often changing environment; is able to handle pressure and commit to and respect deadlines
Demonstrating teamwork and developing cross functional co-operation, ability to build relationships both internally and externally
A strong sense of ownership and work ethics
Experience Required:
Working towards or qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA
Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS
Strong Excel knowledge
Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems
Benefits:
Company & performance related annual bonus
Private medical
Life insurance
Income protection
25 days annual leave, increasing with service and option to buy an additional 5 days
Company pension, up to 8% employer contribution
Hybrid working pattern - 3 days in office, 2 days from home
Study support
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Accountant looking to take their first step into a Controllership role and support the Finance Director in driving change.
To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Stephanie at MacKenzie King on 01473 760460.
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