Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing manufacturing business based near Chester to recruit a commercially minded Financial Controller. Reporting to the Finance Director you will lead the finance function and play a pivotal role in driving operational performance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong technical capability, practical leadership experience and proven exposure to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) governance, controls and internal audit requirements.
Responsibilities include:
- Manage and review the preparation of monthly management accounts for the UK operating entity.
- Support consolidation activities ensuring accuracy and alignment with group reporting standards.
- Prepare variance analysis, cost reviews and performance insights for senior management.
- Maintain accurate financial records in compliance with UK GAAP and internal policies.
- Maintain hands-on oversight of transactional finance activities.
- Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
- Work with operational teams to gather data, challenge assumptions and ensure realistic financial planning.
- Assist in integrating financial forecasts from international operations into group financial models.
- Support product costing, margin analysis and inventory valuation.
- Assist with stock reconciliations, work-in-progress reviews and production cost tracking.
- Assist in aligning accounting practices, controls, financial systems and reporting disciplines between the UK business and the wider international group.
- Support integration activities, including data migration, process mapping and internal controls development.
- Support internal and external audit requirements, including SOX control testing, audit evidence preparation, remediation tracking and timely resolution of control observations.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA).
- Experience in manufacturing finance.
- Working knowledge of US GAAP, group reporting requirements and SOX control expectations.
- Extensive exposure to operating within a Sarbanes-Oxley governance and control environment, including internal audit interaction and control remediation.
- Confident working with large datasets, ERP systems and Excel.
- Experience working across multiple sites or international teams.
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Bonus scheme
- Pension
- Free parking
Financial Controller in Ellesmere Port employer: Accountable Recruitment Careers
Join a fast-growing international organisation in Liverpool as an Interim Financial Controller, where you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work culture. With a hybrid working model, excellent salary, and the chance to engage with senior stakeholders on transformational projects, this role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and development. Experience a rewarding environment that values your expertise and fosters collaboration within a high-performing finance team.
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