Assistant Controller — Profitability & Forecasting

ITW Construction Products (UK & Nordics); Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction products company is seeking an Assistant Controller in Glenrothes, Scotland. This mid-senior level role involves financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and driving profitability improvements. Candidates should possess a relevant degree or financial qualification and demonstrate strong numerical and analytical skills. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or financial professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA part-qualified).
• Experience working within a finance team with demonstrable collaboration.
• Strong numeric and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and formulas.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent organisational ability and proven track record of meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end procedures and monthly management accounts.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare quarterly forecasts and the annual plan.
• Maintain accruals and pre-payments.
• Process payroll journals and coordinate statutory reporting with HR.
• Prepare monthly journals.
• Submit VAT and customs returns and provide tax analysis.
• Maintain systems, ensure data accuracy and adherence to policies.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external audit policies.
• Lead or support finance projects that drive efficiency or profitability.
• Collaborate with functional managers to provide requested information.
• Support profitability improvements and simplification through data analysis.
• Participate in cross-functional business improvement projects.
• Act as a role model for ITW Business Model, Culture & Values.

Skills

Strong numeric skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Strong communication skills

Organizational ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or financial qualification (ACCA/CIMA part-qualified)

Job description

A leading construction products company is seeking an Assistant Controller in Glenrothes, Scotland. This mid-senior level role involves financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and driving profitability improvements. Candidates should possess a relevant degree or financial qualification and demonstrate strong numerical and analytical skills. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel.