A permanent Financial Controller job paying up to £80k for a manufacturing business in Worcestershire. Job Type: Permanent Salary: £60,000-£80,000 per annum Location: Worcestershire Your new company Hays Senior Finance have been retained by a family-owned SME manufacturing business in the Worcestershire area as they look to appoint a new Financial Controller on a permanent basis. The company has experienced strong levels of growth in recent years and, as such, are keen to bring in an experienced individual who has aspirations of becoming a Finance Director in the future. Your new role Reporting into the Group Finance Director, you will be responsible for leading on all finance and accounting operations locally whilst managing a small, well-established team. Main duties: Managing the day-to-day operations including AP, AR, NL, cost accounting, stock accounting and payroll Co-ordinating month-end and year-end close processes Co-ordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and other financial forecasts Preparing and publishing monthly financial statements Overseeing the audit process including the preparation of statutory accounts and liaising with auditors Cashflow management Preparation of quarterly VAT returns Supervision and management of the finance team (5 staff) Streamlining and improving financial operations, processes and systems Support with financial strategy and decision-making What you'll need to succeed Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with post-qualification experience Previous experience in the preparation of management accounts, year-end financial statements, budgets and projections Proven track record of operating at a high level within an SME organisation, preferably within the manufacturing sector Able to work closely with both financial and non-financial staff Persuasive and determined personality with the confidence to challenge and influence Possess the ability to motivate, manage and develop staff Strong Excel skills and highly proficient with accounting packages (Sage an advantage) What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £80,000 per annum and the chance to join an excellent, local business in Worcestershire. This is a great opportunity for a driven and knowledgeable finance professional who has ambitions of becoming a Finance Director within the next 12–18 months. Additional benefits include company bonus scheme, 23 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension and AXA health cover. You will be comfortable working from an office as the role is 5 days per week onsite. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4671873