Financial Controller

Michael Page; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Financial Controller for a Birmingham-based manufacturing client. You will oversee financial operations, including budgets, reporting, and decision-support analytics, with a focus on accuracy and process improvements.

The role requires strong accounting qualifications and UK GAAP expertise, plus leadership of a finance team. Hybrid working is offered within a global business.

Qualifications

• Lead preparation of statutory accounts under UK GAAP (FRS 102).
• Own the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts with variance analysis.
• Manage group consolidation and balance sheet integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead statutory reporting and compliance with UK GAAP.
• Oversee monthly/quarterly close processes and reconciliations.
• Prepare management packs for senior management and stakeholders.
• Drive improvements in processes, controls and data integrity.
• Lead and develop the accounting team.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Financial analysis

Statutory reporting

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

As a Financial Controller for our manufacturing client, you will oversee financial operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. From managing budgets to preparing financial reports, you'll play a key role in helping the business make informed decisions.

Client Details

A well known organisation based in Birmingham with global reach.

Description

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts under UK GAAP (FRS 102), ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with relevant reporting requirements.
• Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including review of financial results, reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, including variance analysis, commentary and reporting packs for senior management and group stakeholders.
• Manage group consolidation activities across entities and maintain strong balance sheet integrity and financial controls.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, financial controls, automation and data integrity.
• Manage cash flow and implement cost control measures.
• Lead and develop the accounting team to achieve departmental goals.
• Analyse financial performance and provide insights for strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with other departments to support business objectives.
• Handle audits and liaise with external auditors as required.

Profile

A successful Financial Controller should have:

• A strong background in accounting and finance, ideally with experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Professional accounting qualifications (e ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in statutory reporting under FRS 102 and group consolidations
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis and reporting.
• Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Leadership skills to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000 plus package , dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working