Financial Controller

Sellick Partnership; Chorley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the finance function for a well-established manufacturing business in the FMCG sector. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and FPA department, ensuring robust financial management and processes. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and significant financial management experience. The role offers a salary of £70,000 - £80,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong background in end-to-end financial management.
• Proven experience in leading finance teams.
• Ability to navigate complex financial structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance team.
• Drive excellence in financial processes.
• Manage the company's finance systems.
• Oversee credit control and billing functions.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

CIMA, ACCA, ACA qualification or QBE

Job description

Overview

Sellick Partnership are recruiting for an experienced Financial Controller for a well-established manufacturing business in the FMCG space, currently operating across numerous sites with ambitious plans for continued growth and operational excellence. The Financial Controller will have direct visibility to the Senior Leadership Team and FP&A department, playing a pivotal role in leading the finance function and ensuring robust financial management across this dynamic and essential sector. You will have the ability to add value from day one and make a tangible impact on the financial operations of a business that serves a valuable purpose.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance team, providing hands-on leadership across all transactional activity and monthly reporting cycles
• Drive excellence in financial processes including balance sheet reconciliations, management accounts, and cash flow forecasting
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and FP&A function
• Manage the company's finance systems, ensuring optimal provision of financial information across the business
• Oversee credit control and billing functions, managing complex invoicing structure
• Partner with external auditors to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation

Qualifications

The Financial Controller will have a strong background in end-to-end financial management, with proven experience in leading finance teams and managing stakeholder relationships across multiple levels of an organisation. You will ideally be qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or QBE with significant experience, with demonstrable senior financial management experience. Ideally, you will have worked within education catering or as part of a subsidiary within a larger group structure. You will possess excellent communication skills, be resilient and pragmatic in your approach, and have the ability to navigate complex financial structures whilst maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Compensation: 70,000 - 80,000 + Benefits

How to apply

If you are currently looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference, want to work within a sector that impacts lives daily, and have the technical expertise combined with strong leadership capabilities, then please forward a copy of your CV to John Thistlethwaite at Sellick Partnership.

About Sellick Partnership

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