NLB Solutions are working with a manufacturing business that are looking for a Qualified Accountant to join as a Financial Controller for a period of 6 months on a fixed term contract. Our client is looking for someone that comes from a similar background and work closely with hands on and dynamic MD. This role has one person reporting in to them and will be office based for the 6 months but this role is now live as the company will be recruiting for this role on a permanent basis in the future.
The business offers a fast paced environment that is based alongside the manufacturing site. They are looking someone that can commit to completing the full 6 months with the possibility of the role converting into a permanent opportunity.
Duties:
- Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
- Lead the month-end close process, including journals, accruals, and prepayments.
- Deliver accurate profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.
- Prepare management accounts, KPI reporting, and detailed variance analysis.
- Ensure timely reporting to corporate finance teams.
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
- Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Develop and enhance reporting tools and financial analysis capabilities.
- Perform pricing evaluations and profitability analysis.
- Compliance & Controls
- Maintain compliance with UK statutory reporting requirements, US GAAP, SOX, and internal policies.
- Strengthen financial controls and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure completion and sign-off of balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage VAT returns, corporation tax packs, payroll submissions, and statutory filings.
- Manufacturing Finance
- Lead annual standard cost roll and absorption costing activities.
- Oversee inventory valuation and annual stock take processes.
- Support operations with manufacturing performance reporting.
- Monitor capital expenditure and fixed asset management.
- Audit & Treasury
- Manage external and internal audit processes.
- Coordinate activities with tax, payroll, and R&D teams.
- Oversee working capital, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory management.
- Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
- Systems & Reporting
- Oversee OneStream reporting, budgeting, and forecasting submissions.
- Support ERP and finance system improvements.
- Manage lease accounting and reporting requirements.
Person Spec:
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent).
- Significant experience in a Finance Director, Financial Controller, or senior finance leadership role.
- Manufacturing experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP, SOX, and statutory reporting.
- Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Proven leadership and team development skills.
