Financial Controller

Your new company
Join a reputable, innovative global manufacturing company that offers the latest technology in a range of sustainable, market-leading products to their customers. They are committed to fostering a collaborative and welcoming work environment. We are supporting our client with a key senior appointment into the finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, sustainability, and teamwork. If you are a finance professional looking to make a significant impact, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
Your new role
As Financial Controller, your key responsibilities will include managing financial controls for the site, preparing the annual budget; monitoring, controlling, and reporting on financial performance throughout the year. Additionally, you will empower and support an experienced finance team of 3 direct reports, fostering their professional growth and ensuring the team's success. This role requires a proactive approach to financial management and a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency. If you are a detail-oriented finance professional with strong leadership skills, this position offers an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.
Typical duties include:

• Ensuring the site operates in accordance with corporate polices (CFAP/Sarbanes Oxley/MICS, purchasing ethics) and that local controls meet minimum requirements
• Continually monitor performance against controls and continue improvements towards best practice
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements, including periodical reviews of all issues with auditors (internal and external), and Sarbanes Oxley reviews
• Preparation and presentation of the annual budget
• Preparation and presentation of the rolling forecasts 3 times per year
• Investigation and analysis of the financial variances against prior periods and forecasts
• Ensuring operational KPIs are reported accurately within the forecasting process
• Ensuring corporate reporting requirements are met in a timely and accurate manner
• Communicate routinely with: Operation Control and other sites
• Ensure availability of financial information to meet local routine and ad hoc requirements
• Supervision of preparation of Plant performance data and presentations for senior/external meetings
• Cost management and analysis in support of business decisions

What you'll need to succeed
Fully Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ ACCA/ACA)Min 5 years PQE experience in a large company environment, Ideally manufacturingStrong knowledge and understanding of costs and variances analysis, financial control, reporting, and manufacturing accountingAble to meet tight deadlines in a complex and demanding environmentComprehensive proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with a sound knowledge of Finance ERP (Onestream) and ERP systems (preferably SAP)An effective communicator with good interpersonal and leadership skills at all levels, both internally and externally

What you'll get in return
Salary up to £70,000 per annumCompany carAnnual Bonus based on personal and company performance Pension scheme: 6% employee contribution, 9% employer contributions25 holidays + banksHours, Monday to Friday 8.30-5pmFully onsite

What you need to do now
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