At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance function and provide strategic guidance to the leadership team.
- Company: Join a dynamic company focused on financial excellence and innovation.
- Benefits: Excellent salary, negotiable benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement and leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving financial strategy and improvement projects.
- Qualifications: Qualified CIMA/ACCA accountant with strong manufacturing finance experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are working on behalf of our client to recruit an experienced Financial Controller. You will lead the finance function, provide strategic guidance to the leadership team and ensure robust financial control and compliance across the business.
Job Purpose/Primary Objective
- Leading the Finance function.
- Ensure accurate reflection of the business activities according to the agreed accounting standards.
- Be part of the management team and provide strategic guidance to operations, sales, engineering, the MD and the board.
- Identifying areas of strengths and addressing improvement opportunities.
Key Accountabilities
- Timely submission of the statutory returns.
- Providing the reporting package on the 5th day of the following month.
- Treasury management of the weekly cash flow update & hedging.
- Accounting, analysis, reporting and financial control of the company.
- Management of standard costing system, forecasting, budgeting, absorption and provisioning calculation.
- Provide leadership to the finance team and the company.
- Responsible for all taxation – Corp, VAT, PAYE, duties & international.
- Responsible for forecasting & budgets.
- Responsible for all internal financial controls.
- Responsible for the companies Insurance coverage and claims.
- Preparation of audit file and liaison with external auditors.
- Lead business improvement projects as well as enhancing transparency to business processes.
About You
- You are a qualified accountant with strong manufacturing finance experience and the ability to lead teams while driving continuous improvement.
- Fully qualified CIMA/ACCA accountant.
- Minimum 7 years submitting statutory returns.
- Minimum 5 years manufacturing finance using standard costing.
- Strong problem-solving ability.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX desirable.
- High work ethic, analytical mindset and leadership capability.
Financial Controller in Hailsham employer: Recruitment South East
Join a well-established precision engineering company in Hailsham, where you will be part of a supportive work environment that values quality and craftsmanship. With 25 days of holiday and a comprehensive pension scheme, we prioritise employee well-being and growth, offering opportunities to enhance your skills in TIG welding and fabrication. Our collaborative culture ensures that every team member plays a vital role in meeting production schedules while contributing to high-quality outcomes.
