Financial Controller

ACCA Careers; Swansea; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance organization is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations in Swansea. The role requires strong skills in accounting, compliance, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification and experience in the industrial/manufacturing sector. This permanent position offers a salary range of £50,000 to £55,000, providing stability and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent position

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting and finance within the industrial/manufacturing sector.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Monitor cash flow, ensuring effective financial planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Leadership abilities

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial software

Excel

Job description

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The role of Financial Controller involves overseeing all financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making within the industrial/manufacturing sector. Based in Swansea, this position requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in accounting and finance.

Description

• Manage the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Monitor cash flow, ensuring effective financial planning and resource allocation.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with department heads to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and liaise with external auditors when required.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Support the leadership team with ad-hoc financial projects and initiatives.

Profile

A Successful Financial Controller Should Have

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
• Proven experience in accounting and finance within the industrial/manufacturing sector.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in developing and implementing financial processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range of £50,000 to £55,000 per annum.
• Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.
• Based in Swansea, with the chance to work in a supportive professional environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within the industrial/manufacturing sector.