A leading B2B manufacturer, with £50m turnover and growing is looking for a Group Financial Controller / Finance Director to lead the finance function
We are exclusively working with the client. First round interviews to be held w/c 27 April
Number 1 Finance role across the group, reporting to the board.
Very hands-on role, requiring a candidate with a can-do attitude and a strong background in accountancy looking for the next long-term step in their career.
Based in Essex
Full time, permanent and on site. Mon - Thurs: 8.30 - 17:00 and Fri: 8.30 - 16.00
Salary competitive director pacakage plus car
25 days paid holiday plus public and bank holidays
Must have strong Academic background
5 key areas that candidates must have experience of are listed below in order:
Stock accounting, valuation, margin analysis
Group accounting, consolidation
Foreign suppliers, payments, treasury, FX management
Cash flow
Team management / development
Assignment Details
Take responsibility for ensuring that the financial processes, systems and controls are operating effectively:
Leading and managing finance team of 4/5 in UK and oversight for European entities
Managing transactional team, overseeing and reviewing sales ledger, purchase ledger, cash posting, credit cards, expenses and all general ledger entries.
Responsibility for all Group Entities
Preparation of and review of consolidated Management Accounts
Stock valuation and reporting, including goods in transit, stock accrual and FX
Performance against budget appraisal and reporting
Cash flow management
Budget preparation
Handling VAT, PAYE and Tax duties, including corporation tax.
Preparing and completing monthly payroll
Responsibility for maintaining statutory records for the business
Company Secretarial
Liaise with auditors and preparing audit packs
Project management of process changes and implementations
Experience Required
The position requires an experienced FC who comes from a background in SMEs and enjoys working as part of a team culture
Minimum of five years experience at Financial Controller / FD level, managing a Finance team.
ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent and background of strong academic results
Experience in manufacturing / distribution sector essential
Experience of group accounting
Extensive experience with foreign purchases, payments, stock valuation and accounting
Very strong Excel and IT skills
Analytical mind with a strategic ability
Strong organisational and leadership skills
Attention to detail, highly literate and numerate
Ability to communicate with a wide range of personnel
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