At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a finance team, manage accounts, and drive strategic financial decisions.
- Company: Join a growing SME with a dynamic leadership team.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and health benefits.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a hands-on role with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in management accounting and finance systems.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 75000 £ per year.
Isca Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a commercially astute experienced accountant to join a growing SME business as the Financial Controller. This is a crucial role in the senior leadership team, the Financial Controller will be integral to business working closely with the MD, and Group CFO as well as operational management. This is a hands‑on role where you will take ownership for the accounting function, and help drive performance, improvements and strategic decision‑making through delivering accurate financial analysis and reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Managing a small finance team, overseeing the day-to-day financial operations within the company.
- Producing the monthly management accounts including variance analysis and commentary for local and Group management.
- Providing accurate analysis of costs, margins and profitability.
- Tracking costs monthly against budgets, flagging up trends and investigating variances.
- Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns.
- Managing regular stock and general supplier payments and expenses.
- Preparing and submitting monthly payroll and pension.
- Ownership of the year end accounts processes to prepare information for Group.
- Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts.
- Managing the year end audit process, liaising with external auditors.
- Maintaining financial controls and processes and actively contribute to development of company processes.
- Monitoring accuracy of financial systems across the business and working with others on continuous improvement and best practice.
The Rewards:
- Salary: £65,000 – £75,000pa
- Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, PMI, etc
- Hours: Mon – Fri, 37.5hrs, 8:30am – 5pm
- Location: In office
The Person:
This role will suit a proactive, commercially astute qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience gained in manufacturing or similar. You’ll be a first‑rate communicator with experience of staff management and finance business partnering of operational colleagues. Required experience of management accounting, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting and financial analysis such as cost, margin, WIP analysis. You will enjoy using your data analysis skills to provide clarity to the business. A natural problem‑solver you’ll be able to prioritise and meet deadlines in fast‑paced businesses. You will be a team player and enjoy working in a collaborative manner with colleagues at all levels in the group. Confidence with tech and an excellent understanding of Finance Systems and Excel, knowledge of Sage 200 beneficial.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and be part of something exciting!
Financial Controller in Bridgwater employer: Isca Recruitment Ltd
Isca Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where the Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial strategy. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides comprehensive benefits including 25 days of holiday, pension contributions, and private medical insurance, all within a collaborative culture that values proactive communication and teamwork. Located in a thriving area, this SME business not only fosters professional advancement but also encourages a hands-on approach to financial management, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact.
