Your newpany
Our client is a prominent manufacturer specialising in advanced products for major global manufacturers. With several strategically located production facilities across the UK, they are a leading provider in their industry. Their clients can expect meticulously engineered, high-quality applications and dedicated customer support to ensure the successfulpletion of their projects from start to finish.
Your new role
Due to growth and internal changes, they are looking to appoint an experienced Financial Controller to take responsibility for overseeing the finance department and reporting to the Finance Director, ensuring all financial and accounting activities are managed effectively. Key responsibilities include:
1. Business Strategy: Provide financial input for business strategy.
2. Financial Control: Develop and document processes and policies to strengthen internal controls and ensurepliance.
3. Financial Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate financial reports and provide analysis for the board.
4. Forecasts/Budget: Help prepare monthly forecasts and budget assumptions, and coordinate budget inputs.
5. IT: Work with IT to optimise systems, improve efficiency, and reduce risk.
6. Cash Management: Improve procedures to optimise working capital and ensure accurate cash flow forecasting.
7. People Management: Lead and motivate the finance team, focusing on personal development and continuous improvement.
What you'll need to succeed
We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, CA, CIMA, ACCA) with 3–4 years ofmercial experience in the manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities and excellentmunication skills, both verbal and written. A focus onpliance and controls is essential, along with proficiency in accounting software and familiarity with standard costing.
What you'll get in return
The position is site-based full-time and offers a rewarding benefits package and flexibility in working patterns. Benefits include a car allowance, Private Medical Insurance, Ie Protection, Life Assurance, Pension Scheme and 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase an additional five days a year.