Join an fast paced industry as a Financial Controller!
About the Business
An opportunity to be an Financial Controller for a global manufacturing business near Cheltenham! This role gives you a strong chance to grow in your career and work in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. The business is very stable and has an amazing team to assist in day to day tasks. They also promote a good work life balance.
Main Duties:
As a Financial Controller, your main duties include:
- Oversight of the finance team, in support of the Finance Director.
- Be a key commercial, strategic and accounting pillar for the business
- Oversight of all monthly reporting, budgeting and planning
- Ensure the balance sheet is accurate and reliable with quality reconciliations and processes to support consistency. Create reports to identify potential issues.
- Lead the month-end closing process and prepare monthly financial statements on time.
- Manage the year-end closeout process, submit detailed reports, and work closely with auditors to ensure a smooth and surprise-free audit. Oversee the creation and timely filing of the company's audited accounts.
- Work closely with the Financial Planning & Analysis team for seamless financial reporting and reliable data for commercial analysis.
- Help the FP&A team create quarterly financial forecasts and the annual budget.
- Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain strong internal controls.
- Prepare regulatory reports.
- Research technical accounting issues and write reports as needed.
- Ensure compliance within the finance department.
- Oversee accurate and timely tax calculations and submissions.
- Manage cash forecasting and other treasury functions, such as banking and debt factoring.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team, focusing on processes and operations.
- Lead and support a high-performing, engaged team. Encourage regular communication, provide supportive management, and foster a sense of pride and ownership.
- Build strong relationships with the finance team and respond promptly to their data requests.
- Provide analysis and project support as needed for the broader business.
Location / Office / Culture
The role is hybrid 3 days in the office a week, and the rest at home.
Located near Cheltenham, The office is modern and has a fantastic team led by a great FD. The company offers stability and a great chance for progression, this is a great step into commercial accounting in an amazing company.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) OR solid experience and knowledge in manufacturing
- Ability to establish internal and external relationships and influence stakeholders
- Skilled user of Microsoft packages, encompassing Outlook, Word, and advanced Excel skills
- Ability to work autonomously
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to building teamwork
Benefits to the Role
- Large and very stable business
- Great progression
- Friendly and collaborative team
- Amazing offices
- Hybrid role
About Us
We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly.
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