Description: 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
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