Financial Controller

Your new company at SFI Health, we believe we have the responsibility to bring proven natural health solutions to people’s healthcare needs. We are a global natural health company committed to sourcing and producing natural medicines to the highest standards. Backed by evidence of effectiveness, quality and safety, our products are marketed around the world using our international community of leading life sciences companies and distributor networks.

Your new role as Financial Controller for the Wigan site, you will lead finance strategy, partner with senior leaders, and own full P&L for the UK entity driving performance with both local autonomy and global exposure.

Duties include:

• Plan and deliver forecasting and budget activities for the operations function for Wigan entity performance.
• Deliver annual standard COGS calculation for Wigan providing a reference point for the product costing, contract manufacture pricing and budget resource allocation.
• Track and monitor analysis of COGS variances (Actual vs. Standard) for the Wigan plants and related allocation to the P&L.
• Ensure Calculation of monthly recoveries and variances.
• Monitoring Cost Centres expenses and activities with focus on Operation and Sales & Marketing.
• Review and monitor key commercial decisions and oversee relationship with the distribution provider for the UK market for financial evaluation.
• Track and monitor stock and inventory position (raw material and FG) in partnership with the supply chain team with the view to maintain optimal stock level.
• Provide input on material purchases into the Cash flow reports and manage Wigan cash flow projections with inputs from others.
• Identify and help drive changes to the IT systems that improve data visibility, controls, and effectiveness of the operation.
• Lead the monthly and year-end consolidation process.
• Coordinate YE statutory submission and delivery of the audit review with external auditors.
• Coordinate with the external consultants the CIT calculation and submission of the Company.
• Work closely with leadership and non-financial team to align financial planning with company KPIs and overall business goals.

Qualifications:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA (or equivalent professional qualification), or equivalent experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment is a plus.

Experience:

• Solid Accounting, Controlling and Reporting background or experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant Post Qualification Experience.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing process and COGS (product costing) management.
• Knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS accounting principles.
• Good with SAP, Excel and Business intelligence tool is a plus.

Specific Job Skills:

• Autonomy and influence in a growth-oriented and agile organization.
• Strong team management skills and ability to work effectively with diverse cultures and cross-functional teams.
• Take full ownership to identify and resolve problems, driving solutions that eliminate finance bottlenecks at the Wigan site.
• Understands the pharma manufacturing process, margins, and regulatory constraints to guide financial strategy effectively.

Personal Attributes:

• Ability to organize and coordinate the activities of the team, manage Finance deliverables.
• Ability to communicate effectively within the entire organization.
• Ability to manage time to deliver multiple tasks and projects.
• Controllers must be flexible and able to handle change well.
• Seeks ways to enhance systems, controls, and processes; especially in areas like Financial Management Systems (FMS) or cost reduction.

What’s in it for you:

• Hybrid working (3 days on site, 2 at home).
• Supportive work culture.
• Company pension.
• Flexitime.
• Free on-site parking.
• Referral programme incentives.
• Company Sick pay.
• Birthday holiday.
• Long services bonus.
• Company performance-based bonus.

You will be part of many activities and celebrations, working with diverse cultures in a growing organisation.

How To Apply: Apply now with your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role. We thank you in advance for your interest in this position, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.