Financial Controller

Michael Page (UK); Wigan; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to join their dynamic team. This role is perfect for someone looking to step into their first controller position within the manufacturing sector. You will be responsible for monthly profit forecasting, management accounts preparation, and liaising with external auditors for financial audits. Your expertise in budgeting and cost control will be vital as you manage a finance assistant and collaborate with various departments. Join a global leader in manufacturing and make a significant impact on their financial operations while enjoying a competitive salary and bonus structure.

Benefits

15% bonus

Competitive salary

Other benefits to be discussed

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with experience in manufacturing and financial reporting.
• Strong budgeting and cost control skills essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly profit forecasting and financial reporting.
• Manage budgets and ensure accurate accounts and reconciliations.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost Control

Financial Reporting

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

• Permanent Opportunity, Ideal for someone from a manufacturing background
• Well established organisation in a growing sector

About Our Client

Michael Page are working with a global manufacturing business to hire a Financial Controller. This is ideally suited to you if you are looking for your first controller role and possess experience within the manufacturing space.

Job Description

As Financial Controller, your role will involve:

• Monthly profit forecasting, month end closing & monthly reporting.
• Ensuring timely and accurate accounts monthly, reconciling the balance sheet to supporting detail.
• Management of 1 experienced finance assistant.
• Monthly management accounts preparation & presenting to senior leadership team.
• Financial Audit; liaising with external auditors, responsible for providing documentation Year end closure including year end adjustments if necessary.
• Close cost control through managing budgets alongside departmental heads.
• Reviewing system processes and implementing more efficient ways of working.
• Budget planning around fluctuating demand, activity based budgeting.
• Stock control analysis, determining slow moving stock, and the process to improve stock controls.
• Fixed Asset management and capitalisation.
• R&D recording for tax relief purposes.

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Manufacturing experience
• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Well developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work with colleagues at all levels cross functionally in a global/European setting.
• Working knowledge of SAP and MS Excel with exceptional analysis skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• 15% bonus
• Other benefits to be discussed