My Client, a global Manufacturing firm, is at the forefront of its sector delivering cutting-edge products across a variety of sectors. They are looking to recruit an experienced Accountant into the role of Business Controller. The role will play a pivotal part within the team, adding value through production of consistent and quality monthly reporting and short and long-term forecasting. You will have excellent commercial acumen and be focused on business partnering to support your business area by modelling financial scenarios enabling sound business decisions.
Main duties & responsibilities include:
Preparation of business stream forecasts, feeding into the overall Market Unit consolidation
Upload of forecasts and budgets to both ERP system and IBM Cognos (TM1)
COGS adjustments review for forecasting purposes
Ensure phasing of forecast is aligned to business evolution
Preparation, uploading & checking phasing (P&L/Balance Sheet/Key Figures, FTE)
Sales & EBIT review and reconciliation prior to tight monthly reporting deadlines
Reporting of monthly management numbers
Production of monthly sales reports and models
Sales commentary & preparation of slides to feed into Market Unit monthly board pack
Participate in key forums and meetings to offer financial support
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders being the eyes and ears of finance in the business
Support your business stream management in controlling and managing the costs within their Budget
Improve and develop existing business models that meet the needs of the business and deliver consistent and accurate financial information
Contribute to effective business decision making by providing effective levels of financial and commercial acumen
Development of functional KPIs with departmental manager
Liaison with Market Intelligence on optimal sales reportingAn attention to detail, along with strong analytic skills will be essential in this role. The ability to be able to translate financial information for the needs of your stakeholders will also be essential.
Experience and Qualifications
Professionally qualified accountant, ideally CIMA or ACCA.
Post qualified, with at least 2 years' experience in a management accountant or FP&A role
Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft office suite of software applications and ERP business IT systems
Ability to work on own initiative and develop proactive solutions to business problems.
A drive to own and improve processes.
Good commercial skills and awareness.
Strong Communication SkillsAH/1024
Business Controller
Runcorn
£52 - 57, 000 per annum plus bonus and other benefits
Hybrid working - 2/3 days office and home
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