Financial Controller

Rotork; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in flow control and instrumentation is seeking a Financial Controller for its Leeds site. This role involves complete financial accountability, team leadership, and collaboration with senior management. Ideal candidates will have extensive finance experience, a professional qualification, and a passion for driving change in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in manufacturing or engineering.
• Experience managing financial impacts of business issues.
• Proven leadership experience with direct and indirect reports.

Responsibilities

• Complete financial accountability for the Leeds site.
• Lead the local finance team and oversee accurate reporting.
• Create and review business forecasts, QPRs, and AOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Management

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Education

Recognized professional finance qualification

Tools

SAP BPC

Hyperion

MS Office

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Job Description

The Financial Controller has complete financial accountability for the Leeds site, ensuring that the factory's financial performance aligns with Rotork's Growth+ Strategy.

Reporting to the Regional Financial Controller and collaborating closely with the Country Leader, the Financial Controller will lead the local finance team at Rotork Leeds. Adopting a Business Partner approach, you will oversee the accurate reporting of site management and statutory accounts, as well as the creation and review of business forecasts, QPRs, and AOPs.

This position is ideal for a driven and innovative finance professional eager to drive change in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in manufacturing or engineering.
• Recognized professional finance qualification.
• Experience managing financial impacts of business or commercial issues, with the ability to identify control weaknesses and suggest improvements.
• Proven leadership experience with both direct and indirect reports.
• Experience in accounting for Lean Manufacturing is a plus.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, MS Office, and ERP systems; familiarity with financial consolidation tools like SAP BPC and Hyperion.

Critical Competencies

• Understanding risk management and improving business practices to reduce risk while enhancing performance.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and develop collaborative relationships.
• Coaching style to develop team members continually.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to generate enthusiasm and passion within the finance team.
• Balance short-term results focus with long-term strategic interests.
• Team player with independent thinking and constructive challenge skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work in a multicultural environment.
• Integrity, trustworthiness, and respect.
• Effective communication skills internally and externally.

Additional Information

Rotork is a global leader in flow control and instrumentation, supporting industries worldwide. Our purpose is "Keeping the World Flowing for Future Generations."

With over sixty years of experience, we are committed to engineering excellence, safety, and sustainability. We are currently experiencing an exciting period of growth and change, making it a great time to join us and influence our future direction.