Financial Controller (CIMA Qualified)

Michael Page; Wigan; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business seeks a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations. Ideal for qualified accountants with manufacturing experience, this role includes responsibilities such as monthly reporting, budgeting, and team management, with a competitive salary and bonus structure.

Benefits

15% bonus

Competitive salary

Other benefits to be discussed

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA) with manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a global setting.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Monthly profit forecasting, month-end closing, and reporting.
• Management of finance assistant and preparation of management accounts.
• Conducting financial audits and budget planning.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost Control

Financial Reporting

Interpersonal Skills

Analysis

Education

CIMA Qualification

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

An exciting, permanent position for a Financial Controller to join a well established manufacturing business. Ideal for a 2nd time mover who has manufacturing experienced or a seasoned Finance Manager/ Financial Controller from the manufacturing sector.

Client Details

Michael Page are working with a global manufacturing business to hire a Financial Controller. This is ideally suited to you if you are looking for your first controller role and possess experience within the manufacturing space or you are an experienced Site Financial Controller and looking for a move into a more values based business.

Description

As Financial Controller, your role will involve;

• Monthly profit forecasting, month end closing & monthly reporting.
• Ensuring timely and accurate accounts monthly, reconciling the balance sheet to supporting detail.
• Management of 1 experienced finance assistant.
• Monthly management accounts preparation & presenting to senior leadership team.
• Financial Audit; liaising with external auditors, responsible for providing documentation Year end closure including year end adjustments if necessary.
• Close cost control through managing budgets alongside departmental heads.
• Reviewing system processes and implementing more efficient ways of working.
• Budget planning around fluctuating demand, activity based budgeting.
• Stock control analysis, determining slow moving stock, and the process to improve stock controls.
• Fixed Asset management and capitalisation.
• R&D recording for tax relief purposes.

Profile

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA)
• Manufacturing experience
• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Well developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work with colleagues at all levels cross functionally in a global/European setting
• Working knowledge of SAP and MS Excel with exceptional analysis skills

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• 15% bonus
• Other benefits to be discussed