Financial Controller

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global business is seeking a motivated Finance Manager to excel in financial operations and team performance. The role includes managing accounts assistants, preparing management reports, and budgeting. Offering a competitive salary up to £50k with benefits like private health insurance and pension. Immediate application is encouraged.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

25 days holiday

Company Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communicator with keen detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Collate, review, and submit monthly management reports under strict deadlines.
• Drive month-end and year-end close processes accurately.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with financial insights.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Team Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

ACCA / CIMA Qualified

5 years experience in finance role

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career and lead with confidence, precision, and purpose? We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Manager to play a key role in driving excellence across financial operations and team performance for a leading global business.

This role will report into an experienced FD who is looking for a strong no 2 to provide management support for a small team of Accounts Assistants, collate monthly and yearly reports and play a key role in supporting the financial success of the business.

What You'll Be Doing:

Financial Operations

• Collate, review, and submit monthly management reports in line with strict deadlines.
• Own the monthly accounting process - ensuring costs are accurately accrued and correctly coded, and transactions with group companies are properly treated.
• Drive month-end and year-end close, ensuring all processes are completed accurately and on time.
• Reconcile all balance sheet items each month to maintain financial integrity.

Fixed Assets & Project Accounting

• Maintain the fixed asset register with precision.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure project costs and hours are recorded accurately and reconciled to the ledger.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the Head of Finance in developing robust budgets and financial plans.
• Review departmental performance against budget each month and provide insight.

Tax & Compliance

• Provide timely and accurate data to support corporation tax filings, including Patent Box and R&D claims.
• Manage cash outflows and ensure timely, accurate reporting to Head Office.
• Oversee the Accounts Payable function, supporting the team in resolving complex issues and ensuring compliance with processes.
• Mentor and support team members, fostering development and ownership.
• Step in to deputise for the Head of Finance when required, ensuring continuity and leadership presence.

Who You Are:

• Ideally ACCA / CIMA Qualified (QBE will be considered with at least 5 years experience in a similar role ideally within a manufacturing environment
• A strong communicator with a keen eye for detail

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary up to 50k plus bonus
• Private Health Insurance
• 25 days holiday
• Company Pension

Apply today for immediate consideration.