Details:
- Salary: £65,000 - 70,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Crawley West Sussex
- Date: 16 hours ago
Description:
Financial Controller
£70,000 | Full-Time | Permanent | Office-Based
Join a Growing Manufacturing Business
Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturing business seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join its senior leadership team. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, lead a small finance team, and support business growth through strong financial management and commercial insight.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
* Produce monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
* Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
* Deliver accurate financial analysis and performance reporting to senior management.
* Manage year-end processes and liaise with external accountants, auditors and tax advisers.
* Oversee banking relationships and ensure statutory compliance.
Payroll, VAT & Compliance
* Manage monthly payroll through an outsourced provider.
* Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE and HMRC reporting requirements.
* Maintain strong knowledge of import/export VAT regulations.
Commercial & Operational Support
* Partner with operational teams on cost accounting, stock valuation and margin analysis.
* Support pricing decisions, investment appraisals and strategic projects.
* Provide commercial insight to drive profitability and business performance.
Systems & Controls
* Strengthen financial controls, processes and governance.
* Support the implementation and development of accounting systems.
* Ensure finance team members are trained and supported effectively.
Leadership
* Lead, motivate and develop a small finance team.
* Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders.
* Contribute to strategic planning and long-term business growth.
About You
* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or part-qualified with significant experience).
* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance professional.
* Strong financial reporting, forecasting and commercial analysis skills.
* Experience within manufacturing, distribution or stock-led environments.
* Knowledge of inventory management and cost accounting.
* Able to operate both strategically and hands-on.
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £70,000
* Company pension scheme
* Private healthcare cash plan, Life Assurance
Apply Now
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Financial Controller looking to play a key role within a successful and ambitious business. Apply today to learn more