Job Title: Assistant Financial Controller
Location: Birmingham, UK
Sector: Manufacturing
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Hybrid
Gleeson Recruitment Group are pleased to be working with a leading manufacturing business known for delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions on their search for an Assistant Financial Controller. With continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Assistant Financial Controller with a strong manufacturing background to join their finance team at their Birmingham location.
Role Overview:
As the Assistant Financial Controller, you will work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure the smooth running of financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional to step into a senior role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will focus on cost control, financial reporting, budgeting, and driving improvements in financial processes.
What's On Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package up to £60,000.
- Pension, healthcare benefit, hybrid working.
- Opportunities for career development and progression within the company.
- A collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Exposure to key decision-making processes in a leading manufacturing business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
- Cost Control & Analysis: Collaborate with production teams to monitor manufacturing costs, analyse variances, and recommend efficiency improvements.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing detailed analysis of variances and performance against targets.
- Month-End & Year-End: Lead the month-end close process and assist with year-end reporting and audit preparations.
- Stock Control: Oversee inventory accounting, ensuring accurate stock valuations and providing guidance on effective stock management.
- Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure strong internal controls are in place and financial processes comply with relevant regulations and standards.
- Financial Modelling: Assist in creating financial models to support business decisions, such as capital investments, cost-saving initiatives, and pricing strategies.
- Team Supervision: Mentor junior finance staff and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with production, procurement, and operations teams to improve financial performance and efficiency.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA).
- Proven experience in a finance role within the manufacturing sector (minimum 1-3 years).
- Strong understanding of cost accounting, manufacturing processes, and inventory management.
- Proficiency in financial reporting software (ERP systems) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and financial controls.
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