Financial Controller in Llanelli

Work Wales; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial services company located in Llanelli seeks a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all processes. With options for part-time or full-time work, the role offers a competitive salary range of £40,000 - £45,000, along with excellent benefits including training opportunities and modern technology. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in senior accounting roles and strong knowledge of UK GAAP.

Benefits

Company paid external training courses

Phone and laptop provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in financial control or senior accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and corporate governance.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Proven experience improving financial processes.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial supplies sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial operations of the company.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Produce management accounts and financial statements.
• Monitor daily cashflow and forecasting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Cash Flow Management

Compliance with UK GAAP

Strong Communication

Education

Formal Accounting Qualification

Tools

Sage

Access Accounting

Job description

Financial Controller

Llanelli

40000 - 45000

Full time 0r Part time (pro-rata)

The Company

This highly respected supplier of specialist welding supplies and consumables have been in business in South Wales for 50 years. The company have experienced exceptional growth in recent years and are keen to expand the team with this newly created position. They are based in the Llanelli area of Carmarthenshire where they manufacture and distribute to an international client base.

The Role

The Finance Controller will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting and financial processes. This position plays a key role in financial planning, reporting, cash flow management, cost control, and supporting strategic decision-making within the business.

The position would ideally suit an applicant who would like to work 3 days per work but applicants looking for a full time role will also be of consideration. The position will be based on site in well appointed offices.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and deadlines are met.
• Produce timely management accounts, financial statements, and board-level reporting.
• Maintain and improve internal financial controls, processes, and policies.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
• Manage statutory reporting, external audits, and liaise with auditors.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Provide detailed variance analysis and commentary on performance KPIs.
• Work with the MD to support cost control, pricing strategies, and operational decision-making.

Cashflow & Treasury

• Monitor daily cashflow, forecasting future requirements and risks.
• Manage banking relationships and credit control
• Optimise working capital across inventory.

Compliance & Risk

• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, tax requirements, and relevant financial regulations.
• Oversee VAT, payroll, corporation tax inputs, and liaise with external advisors where needed.

Collaboration

• Supervise and develop the current finance team, supporting growth and performance.

Requirements

The successful applicant will have the following qualifications, experience and attributes:

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in financial control or senior accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, financial reporting, and corporate governance.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Proven experience improving financial processes and systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Experience in the manufacturing, engineering, or industrial supplies sectors.preferred
• Knowledge of stock management, product costing, and ERP systems (e.g., Sage and Access accounting) preferred
• Experience working within a group structure or with international trading preferred
• A formal accounting qualification preferred
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Commercially minded with strong analytical skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business.

In Return

There could not be a better time to join this expanding organisation. The role offers the flexibility of working either part-time or full time to meet your needs.On offer is an excellent base salary, company paid external training courses, phone and laptop.

For more information contact Kim Simpson of Work Wales for a confidential discussion.