Financial Controller

Hays PLC; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves managing the production of financial accounts, leading budgeting processes, and providing business analysis to drive efficiencies. You will collaborate closely with the Finance Director and play a crucial role in enhancing profitability and cash flow. With a competitive salary and a supportive workplace culture, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to influence and develop within a well-respected company. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for finance, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension (matched up to 5%)

Healthcare cash plan

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in finance.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial operations and deliver timely reporting.
• Oversee budgeting processes and conduct business reviews.
• Support profitability and cash flow improvements.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Data analysis

Financial reporting

Communication skills

People management

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

A permanent Financial Controller job paying up to £75k for a reputable manufacturing business in Droitwich.

Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£70,000-£75,000 per annum
Location:
Droitwich
Hours:
Mon-Thurs (8-4.30) and Fri (8-2)

Your new company

Hays Senior Finance are delighted to be supporting a leading manufacturing business based in Droitwich with the recruitment of a Financial Controller on a permanent basis. Our client, part of a wider Group, operate on an international scale and have over 200 years' experience in providing a wide range of products and processes to various sectors.

Your new role

Working as part of a small but experienced team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the site's financial operations and deliver timely reporting to Group. You will work closely with the Finance Director and support other functions in continuously driving factory efficiencies and reducing site costs.

Main duties:

• Production of monthly, quarterly and annual accounts
• Production of weekly KPI information to management and stakeholders
• Oversee monthly and quarterly forecasting and lead the annual budgeting process
• Conduct regular business reviews with Operations to monitor alignment with budgets, forecasts and key business KPIs
• Provide comprehensive business analysis to track performance trends, identify underlying gaps and put in place appropriate actions
• Business modelling for major projects and business initiatives
• Support the business to improve profitability and cash flow
• Ensure inventory is correctly stated and audited regularly
• Continuous improvement of processes and efficiencies

What you'll need to succeed:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience
• Manufacturing background, preferably a global business
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting etc.)
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting
• Interpretation of standard costings and variances
• Strong communication skills with the ability to report and explain financial results to key stakeholders
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing environment driven by tight deadlines/schedules
• People management skills with the confidence to coach, mentor, lead and develop individuals

What you'll get in return:

In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £75,000 per annum and the chance to join a well-established, dynamic business with a fantastic opportunity to excel, influence and develop. You'll benefit from 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension (matched up to 5%) and healthcare cash plan. The role is 4 days a week in Droitwich with 1 day WFH and an early finish on a Friday.

What you need to do now:

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.