Assistant Financial Controller – 12-Month FTC (Finance)

Rotork; Oldham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Oldham is seeking an Assistant Financial Controller for a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. This role involves managing the finance team, developing financial strategies, and ensuring compliance with accounting procedures. The ideal candidate will have a relevant accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), advanced Excel skills, and experience in a finance environment. Join us in shaping the future of our business while ensuring financial excellence.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Vlookups, Macros.
• Experience managing teams in a finance environment.
• Experience with ERP systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Management and supervision of the finance team ensuring effective operation.
• Preparation and consolidation of Management and Statutory Accounts.
• Development and implementation of financial strategy with the Finance Controller.
• Ensure compliance with accounting procedures and internal audit observations.
• Monitoring cash levels and forecasting mechanisms.

Skills

Advanced IT skills particularly Excel to Pivot Table / Vlookup / Macro level

Staff management

Experience of working in a finance environment

Experience working with ERP systems

Education

Qualification of appropriate Accountancy board (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Oldham is seeking an Assistant Financial Controller for a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. This role involves managing the finance team, developing financial strategies, and ensuring compliance with accounting procedures. The ideal candidate will have a relevant accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), advanced Excel skills, and experience in a finance environment. Join us in shaping the future of our business while ensuring financial excellence.