Details:
- Salary: £60,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Birkenshaw
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
A Financial Controller is sought for a well established manufacturing SME with the backing of a larger group. The role would be well suited to a qualified accountant with strong reporting experience, ideally gained in a production based business.
This role sits at the centre of the finance function, working closely with operational leadership and senior management to deliver accurate reporting, strengthen financial controls, and provide commercially focused insight. The successful candidate will take ownership of core financial processes while acting as a key partner to the wider business on performance, forecasting, and investment decisions.
Key responsibilities
Lead the month end close process and ensure reporting deadlines are achieved
Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis and commentary
Maintain robust balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items
Support the development and maintenance of a strong financial control environment
Act as a key contact for external and internal audit activity
Manage overhead reporting and partner with departmental managers on cost control
Support and challenge operational stakeholders on business performance and spending decisions
Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and working capital
Provide scenario modelling and financial analysis to support decision-making
Oversee fixed asset accounting, capital expenditure reporting, and project governance
Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes and reportingSalary to £65,000
Excellent employer pension contribution
Hybrid working policy, 2-3 days required in the offices
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