Details:
- Salary: £65,000 - 70,000 - Annum
- Location: Leek
- Date: 1 month ago
Description:
Our client is a dynamic and growing company seeking an experienced Financial Controller / Finance Manager to join their team based in Leek, Staffordshire.
Reporting directly to the CEO, this role is pivotal in overseeing and managing all financial activities within the company.
If you are a hands-on professional with a passion for finance and a strategic mindset, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, providing valuable insights to senior management.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, maintaining accurate financial records.
Implement and maintain financial protocols in line with ISO 9001:2015 parameters. Budgeting and Forecasting:
Lead the annual budgeting process, developing forecasts to support business planning.
Monitor performance against budget and forecast, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
Implement effective cashflow and demand forecasting schedules and reporting structures. Payroll Management:
Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Collaborate with HR to address payroll-related issues and stay updated on changes in payroll regulations. Financial Operations:
Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
Streamline processes to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and automate where possible.
Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate risks. Cash Management:
Monitor cash flow and liquidity, developing strategies to optimise working capital and minimise borrowing costs. Financial Planning and Strategy:
Collaborate with senior management to develop financial goals and strategies aligned with business objectives.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support growth initiatives and investment decisions. Investment Management:
Review business case opportunities and make recommendations to optimise returns.
Assess and guide risks associated with investment decisions. Risk Management:
Identify and assess financial risks, developing strategies to protect the company's financial interests. Audit and Compliance:
Coordinate external audits, ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred, or relevant in-role experience.
Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
Highly commercial with excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and IT literate across all Microsoft 365 suite including TEAMS.
Ability to work remotely, thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities effectively, and think-out-the-box with an entrepreneurial mindset.
Ability to manage a small team if required. Why Join Us?
Competitive salary of £65,000-£70,000 and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Dynamic and collaborative work environment