Financial Controller

Michael Page (UK); Ashford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic global manufacturing business as a Financial Controller, where you will play a pivotal role in driving financial control and enhancing reporting processes. This position offers a collaborative environment that values innovation and teamwork, providing ample opportunities for professional growth. You will be involved in key financial projects, lead audits, and ensure robust internal controls are maintained. If you are a qualified finance professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for delivering quality work under tight deadlines, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Thriving company culture

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Formally qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA or QBE.
• Broad experience in Finance with knowledge of AP, AR, and Financial Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial control and enhance reporting processes.
• Lead annual external audits and prepare Statutory Accounts packs.
• Monthly review of Balance Sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Commercial Thinking

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

QBE

Tools

SAP

SAP Financial Consolidation

Job description

• Excellent opportunity to join a Global Business as FC
• A collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth

About Our Client

We are currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join our client, a global Manufacturing business based in Mid Kent on a full time and permanent basis. The ideal candidate will have a solid accounting background and demonstrable involvement in business strategy, commercial thinking and leading projects.



As Financial Controller, you will drive financial control, enhance reporting processes, and streamline day-to-day operations to better support the business' growth trajectory. Please note, this role requires an onsite presence.

Job Description

• Support the FD with regular financial, commercial, and legal input into adhoc projects, improvements and regulatory changes.
• Lead on annual external audits and preparation of Statutory Accounts packs.
• Key level of involvement in periodic internal audit reviews and ensuring ongoing robust internal controls are implemented and maintained within the team and wider business.
• Assisting the FD with production of Budgets and forecasts.
• Ensuring that all leases fall under IFRS 16.
• Regular review and publication of Finance driven Polices and rates.
• Preparation and submission of Quarterly UK VAT return, as well as preparation of Irish VAT returns for submission to Irish Revenue.
• Working closely with FA/FD to review of corporation tax computations and returns in liaison with the Group tax department and external tax consultant.
• Assist in annual review and approval of PAYE Settlement Agreement.
• Monthly review of Accruals/Prepayments and Overhead Cost reporting against budget.
• Monthly review of and preparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations, ensuring that all accounts are reconciled and that all reconciliation differences are clear on a timely basis.
• Monthly reconciliation of expected lease costs versus actual costs and preparing accrual/prepayment/correction journals as necessary.
• Review of weekly Cash Flow Forecasts prepared by the FA, before submission to Group Treasury.
• Working with the team where necessary in producing accurate monthly reports and Submission of Divisional and Group reports.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Financial Controller will have/ be:

• Formally qualified (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or QBE
• Must have broad experience in Finance with a detailed knowledge of AP, AR, and Financial Accounting
• Previous experience of working at Group level is advantageous
• Ability to deliver quality work on tight deadlines, with strong organisation skills and a flexible approach to dealing with deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and high level of attention to detail.
• Experience of SAP and SAP Financial Consolidation would be an advantage.

What's on Offer

• Estimated salary range: £60,000 - £70,000 DOE
• 25 days AL + BH
• A thriving company culture that values innovation and teamwork