Interim Financial Controller

Page Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Page Group is seeking an Interim Financial Controller in Manchester to oversee financial statements, budgets and strategic analysis in a fast-paced FMCG environment. You will lead the finance team, ensure regulatory compliance and drive financial efficiency across the business.

The role requires strong FMCG financial management experience, professional accounting qualifications, and the ability to partner with other departments to support operations and strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management within the FMCG industry.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Proven leadership and team development ability.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with financial software and systems.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage budgets, forecasts and financial planning processes.
• Provide support for strategic decision-making with detailed financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and policies.
• Monitor cash flow and manage financial risks effectively.
• Lead and develop the finance team to achieve departmental objectives.
• Collaborate with other departments to support business operations.
• Implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency.

Skills

FMCG finance

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Regulatory reporting

Cash flow management

ERP systems

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This Interim Financial Controller role in Manchester is all about overseeing the financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry. You'll play a key role in keeping things running smoothly, from managing budgets to supporting strategic decision-making.

Client Details

A leading organisation operating in the FMCG industry, based in Manchester.

Description

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage budgets, forecasts and financial planning processes.
• Provide support for strategic decision-making with detailed financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and policies.
• Monitor cash flow and manage financial risks effectively.
• Lead and develop the finance team to achieve departmental objectives.
• Collaborate with other departments to support business operations.
• Implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency.

Profile

A successful Interim Financial Controller should have:

• Strong experience in financial management within the FMCG industry.
• Professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment.

Job Offer

• Salary £90,000
• Bonus

If you're interested in this role, apply now.

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