Financial Controller

Harrison Scott Associates; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Financial Controller to join their team in North East England. This role offers an exciting opportunity to streamline financial processes and work closely with senior stakeholders. Candidates should have a manufacturing background, be FCCA or ACCA qualified, and possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar financial role. The salary offered is between £55k and £65k depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar financial role.
• Background in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of all monthly management and financial reports.
• Lead the planning, budgeting and forecasting process.
• Review, monitor and report monthly performance, identifying variances.
• Prepare timely and accurate reporting and statutory reports.
• Handle all tax and payroll matters.
• Ensure good internal control and continuous improvement.

Skills

Intermediate to advanced level understanding of MS Excel

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Education

FCCA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Job Title: Financial Controller

Salary: £55k to £65k pa (depending on experience)

Location: North East England

Reference: J6827

Contact :

Telephone: [phone]

One of the leading companies in the sector it serves is looking for a dynamic Financial Controller with a manufacturing background to be part of their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award winning company that works with some truly exciting brands.

This Financial Controller role will be given the empowerment to work closely with senior stakeholders within the business to streamline and further review process and policies to reach the financial goals of the company.

It is our client’s expectations that the successful incumbent will take ownership of the accounting and finance function, showing strategic gravitas and a willingness to be hands on with a high level of initiative.

Description

You will be responsible for providing first line financial and commercial support to ensure the company achieves their financial strategy, goals and targets through the accurate, timely and quality accounting, analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of all monthly management and financial reports
• Lead the planning, budgeting and forecasting process along by working closely with the business
• Review, monitor and report monthly performance identifying variances to plan and opportunities for business improvement
• Highlight any risks
• Prepare timely and accurate reporting and other related statutory reports on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
• The role will also include handling all tax and payroll matters
• Take a pro‑active guidance role in ensuring good internal control, self‑governance and continuous improvement

About You

• FCCA or ACCA qualified
• Possess an intermediate to advanced level understanding of MS Excel
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar financial role
• A background in manufacturing
• Work well in a team environment
• Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally
• Work effectively to deadlines