Are you an experienced Financial Controller eager to elevate your career? Join our thriving manufacturing company in Birmingham, where over three decades of success have paved the way for exciting growth. Our client is expanding their Accounts team and seeking a strategic, analytical, and commercially-focused Financial Controller to help shape their future.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum
- Full-time, permanent position
- Work-life balance: 09:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday
- Attractive benefits: Workplace pension, 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
Your Impactful Role
- Financial reporting: Lead financial reporting aligned with group policies.
- Accounts management: Oversee accounts payable and receivable.
- Stock management: Resolve stock discrepancies, review stock take data, and collaborate with Warehouse Managers.
- Director collaboration: Work closely with Directors to support business objectives.
- Variance analysis: Prepare detailed variance analyses with actionable recommendations.
- Cash flow management: Prepare cash flow reports, forecasts, budgets, and monthly/quarterly management accounts.
- Business review: Participate in monthly business review meetings to discuss financial data and strategies.
- Standard costing: Develop and implement standard costing processes.
Additional Responsibilities
- Monthly payroll: Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
- PAYE payments: Manage PAYE payments.
- VAT returns: Accurately submit VAT returns.
- Invoice discounting: Oversee invoice discounting financing.
- Sales targets: Update monthly sales targets vs. company plans.
Core Competencies
- Effective communication: Excellent written and verbal skills, capable of engaging with all levels, including Director level.
- Process improvement: Implement financial solutions to boost efficiency and cost savings.
- Staff management: Empower and manage staff effectively.
- Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills with confidence and authority.
- Budget management: Expertise in budget management and delivery.
- Financial modelling: Proficient in financial modelling, analysis, and reporting.
- Strategic planning: Develop, execute, and review effective commercial strategies.
- Personable approach: Simplify financial concepts for non-financial individuals.
Your Qualifications
- Educational background: Relevant degree in Maths, Economics, or Business.
- Certifications: ACCA, CIMA, or Institute of Chartered Accountants qualifications.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a Financial Controller role within a medium-sized organization.
- Software skills: Proficiency in Sage/SAP.
- Interpersonal skills: Excellent interpersonal skills.
Be a part of a hardworking, family-owned company with ambitious growth plans. This is your chance to make a significant impact and grow with them. Apply today to take the next step in your career!