Financial Controller

T2M Resourcing are recruiting a Financial Controller for this £60m division of a highly successful and long-established manufacturing group. This is a newly created role reporting to the Managing Director of this multi-site operation. You will have full responsibility for robust financial reporting and control, leading and developing a team that will deliver high quality finance data and business insights to the senior leadership team.* Competitive Salary, £55,000 to £60,000 + Car Allowance & Benefits Package* Based on siteAs Financial Controller your remit will include:* Work with the divisional MD in the creation of strategic plans, evaluating strategic growth opportunities to increase market share and profitability, challenging budgets and business plans, ensuring that resources are allocated in a prioritised way to maximise operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.* Responsibility for the costing and stock system, work with the Managing Director & senior management team in understanding profitability and costing/pricing of products.* Work with the MD and the Divisional Board to implement and monitor KPI’s.* Develop and improve forecasting, both P&L and cash flow.* To ensure all Divisional/Group reporting timetables are met, and accounting procedures and controls are maintained.* Proactively challenge the existing internal control environment to identify weaknesses. Develop and embed effective procedures and controls.* Supervise the purchase and sales ledger and ensure all payments/receipts are managed correctly with a view to maintaining optimal cash flow.* To coach and develop the Finance Teams.* Produce insightful reports for general and departmental management.* Prepare VAT returns each quarter and be responsible for year-end accounts for consolidation into the Group accounts and corporation tax packs required for Group reporting.To be successful as Financial Controller you will have the following skills and attributes:* ACCA, /ACA or CIMA Qualified. QBE will be considered* Experience in PLC/group environments.* Excellent relationship builder at all levels, with a hands-on approach and team player.* Effective communication and organisational skills.* Self-motivated and driven, with a good understanding of business finance requirements.* Commercially focussed with the ability to develop and adapt finance procedures as the business moves through change.* Good interpersonal skills as the role will involve dealing with all levels of the business team.*
Attention to detail, and an eye for opportunity in challenging costs.*
Ability to make informed, data driven decisions.* Significant Manufacturing experience within a heavily manual production environment.* Commercially minded.This role will pay a competitive salary and provide an excellent opportunity to further develop your career in a group that can provide exceptional career progression prospects. To apply please forward your CV with details of your current salary, benefits and notice period