White Raven Resourcing Ltd are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client.
We are seeking a Financial Controller to lead the financial management, reporting and control framework for a past-paced manufacturing business based in Hull. The role is central to ensuring accurate financial information, strong cost control, and effective decision-support for heads of departments. The successful applicant will report into the Group FD but will also sit on the divisional board working closely with the divisional MD to drive performance, strengthen financial control and shape the future of the finance team and reporting structure.
The ideal candidate combines technical accounting expertise with a hands-on understanding, or willing to understand, manufacturing processes, associated cost drivers and operational performance.
You'll oversee all financial accounting activities, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, producing accurate and timely financial statements in line with the relevant accounting standards. You'll own the internal controls, ensuring compliance with statutory and audit requirements - experience within an audit environment is desirable.
Requirements
We're looking for proven experience within a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position, desirably within a manufacturing environment.
You'll hold professional accounting qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA etc) and be a personable yet effective communicator business partnering up with several departments with an ability to influence at all levels.
You'll have a strong of FRS 102 / UK GAAP, VAT and core financial controls.
You will be commercially minded with a hands-on approach, motivating and developing an existing accounts team.
You'll possess strong attention to detail while maintaining a strategic perspective.
This role is based full-time onsite at the clients manufacturing facility.
Benefits
This role comes with a starting salary between £65,000 and £70,000 per annum.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Pension.
Genuine opportunities for career progression into the wider group of companies.