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Our client is an established and growing manufacturer and distributor of innovative & technical products for engineering and manufacturing applications.
As the Financial Controller, you will lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounts department, supporting the Finance Director (FD) and providing critical financial insights for management decision-making. This role offers substantial autonomy and the opportunity to drive positive changes and enhancements to ensure efficient and accurate financial reporting.
Financial Controller - The Rewards
- Salary Negotiable up to £65,000
- Flexible working: one day WFH home (Friday only)
- Free on-site parking
- Long term growth opportunities within a growing business.
- CIMA Advanced Diploma ACIMA/CGMA or equivalent, ACA/ACCA qualification.
- Experience in a similar level role in a manufacturing SME environment.
- Proficiency in Sage 50 and MS Excel.
- Hardworking, diligent, with up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations.
- Commercial business awareness and strong communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Problem-solving approach with keen business acumen.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to multitask.
- Capacity to challenge the status quo and drive changes.
- Sound decision-making abilities with high attention to detail.
- Management qualification.
- System administration experience with Sage 50 and MS Excel BI – not essential but desirable.
- ERP/MRP systems knowledge.
- Manage working capital components including stock, debtors, and cash flow, with a focus on maintaining a detailed cash flow forecast.
- Maintain accurate accounting records and financial systems, ensuring internal controls are robust.
- Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts, analysing gross margins, product, and customer performance.
- Review month-end balance sheet reconciliations and control accounts.
- Oversee monthly payroll processing and employee payments.
- Act as the systems administrator for the accounting system, providing training and ensuring appropriate access.
- Deliver financial performance reports regularly, ensuring effective communication of meaningful data.
- Support the FD in developing and executing the taxation strategy and oversee tax return submissions.
- Manage relationships with third parties such as auditors, insurance brokers, and pension scheme providers.
- Conduct regular stock takes, reconciling variances and ensuring stock accuracy.
- Ensure efficient conduct of the annual audit.
- Undertake people management activities including performance management and disciplinary processes.
- Support team member development, identifying and arranging training as needed.
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