Cedar are supporting a PE backed manufacturing business based in Essex in their search for an interim financial controller.
The role will be an initial 3-6 month contract and will require someone on short notice. You will also be required to work in the offices at least 3 days per week.
To be suitable for this role, you must have experience of working in a manufacturing business that is ideally PE backed. Audit experience is also essential for this role!
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements (balance sheet, cash flow)
Cashflow Management:
- Develop and implement strategies to optimise cash flow and working capital management
- Build and maintain detailed cash flow models to monitor and forecast cash positions
- Monitor and access working capital components, ensuring efficient utilization
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Coordinate the annual budgeting process
- Provide accurate and timely financial forecasts to support decision making
Profit & Loss Management:
- Ensure accurate recording of financial transactions for reliable P&L statements
- Analyse variances between actual results & budgeted/foretasted figures
Your Profile:
- Qualified Accountant
- Experience working in a manufacturing business - Essential
- Audit experience - Essential
- Standard costing experience - Essential
- Available at short notice - Maximum of 1 week