Financial Controller

• Job Title: Financial Controller 
• Salary: £65,000 - £75,000
• Benefits: £12.5k Bonus, Private Medical, 25 days holiday, pension 

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Financial Controller, you must be ACCA / CIMA or ACA qualified, to oversee the finance function with strong FP&A and stock accounting skills. This role is integral to our client’s operation. You will be partnering with Heads of Departments and other Managers to deliver financial insight into commercial decision-making.  

The person our client is looking for is:

• Motivated
• Passionate about being part of a growing business
• Strong decision-making skills.

This role relies on you having:

• Excellent communication
• A hands-on approach
• Takes pride in being part of a successful business.

This is an exciting time for our client with a fantastic growth plan and the role would be varied. They are looking for someone who has new ideas but has a willingness to learn new skills, be flexible in their approach to the business and is committed to going the extra mile during busy periods.

A progressive position which will develop overtime and enable you to have longevity with this innovative company.

The culture of the business relies on a successful and friendly team which you could be a part of. Their core values are one of integrity, responsibility, and collaboration in every aspect of their business.

Day to day of the role:

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including review and commentary on revenue, gross profit, margins, and variances.
• Provide financial data and analysis to senior management and stakeholders.
• Submit monthly returns to corporate shareholders.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of annual budgets.
• Liaise with the commercial team on large equipment sales to ensure proper accounting in line with company policy.
• Prepare UK & Irish Payrolls for 3rd party processing, administer pension schemes, employee benefits, and submit returns to HMRC including P11D and PSA.
• Maintain and review all internal controls and procedures, implementing improvements as appropriate.
• Investigate variances or anomalies in sales margin reports, particularly relating to spares sales.
• Liaise with Auditing services to ensure compliance and oversee interim & year-end audits.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with all taxation matters.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA with at least 5 years’ experience within Finance
• Previous experience as a Financial Controller/Head of Finance/CFO/FD, ideally within a distribution/manufacturing business with exposure to stock accounting.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Navision (NAV/BC365) and JET/Power BI reporting is desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and proficiency with Excel (Pivot, VLOOKUP).

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To apply for the Financial Controllers position, please submit your CV, we also require a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you would be ideal for this role.