Financial Controller

Our client based in Newry requires a Financial Controller to join their company and become an integral part of the team. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, a pro-active team player with a can-do attitude, highly organised with attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• In conjunction with the Managing Director, prepare and monitor the annual budget and quarterly forecasting process.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and year-end accounts and develop meaningful supporting narrative and analysis including interpretation of trends.
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of financial reporting systems and processes, to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of the company's short, medium and long-term business strategies and the translation of these strategies into measurable KPIs.
• Lead the senior management team in matters relating to financial planning within the business including cash flow management, assessment of profit margins and budget planning/preparation.
• Develop, implement, and operate systems and procedures to ensure the integrity of accounting information and safe custody and storage of assets and company data.
• Maintaining & updating fixed asset records.
• Liaise with bank and company auditors, prepare all necessary associated reporting, supporting documentation and accounts/audit file and process annual corporation tax payments.
• Preparation of year-end accounts/audit file and completion of all balance sheet reconciliations.
• Evaluate and manage risks to the business.
• Identify problem areas and present recommendations to company management where appropriate.
• Negotiation and administration of company insurance policies.
• Produce accurate reporting on divisions within the business, develop efficient costing systems and undertake regular analysis to identify and address deviations in a timely manner.
• Deal with suppliers and customers regarding contract payment terms.
• Advise on major supplier contracts and help in procurement of such.
• Manage the processing of wages and ensure compliance with PAYE, NIC and all government taxation requirements.
• Managing & administering the company pension scheme.
• Liaise with employee pension scheme providers.
• Ensure compliance with The Pension Regulator.
• Ensure HMRC and Company House statutory filing, processing and filing of VAT returns and payment of income tax.
• Dealing with National Statistics returns.
• Oversee stock take activity ensuring all activity is managed for minimal impact on productivity.
• Develop and sustain a culture of achievement and accountability and manage performance within the accounting team ensuring timely issue of invoices, reconciliation of accounts, payment of expenses and preparation of financial statements.
• Attend regular management meetings, providing relevant reporting and added value, and prepare agendas and records of meetings.
• Prepare reports and presentations to the Board of Directors as required.
• Any other duties associated with this role, within reason and capability, as determined by the Managing Director.

Essential requirements:

• Good knowledge of financial and management reporting systems and processes.
• Experience in developing forecasts and monitoring budgets.
• Experience in managing working capital, cash flow and credit control.
• Experience with Export & Import compliance and planning.
• Experience in operating at a senior level within a small business.
• Experience in progressing a financial function within a small business.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to link financial performance to business strategy.
• Evidence of strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills and strong commercial awareness.
• Evidence of the ability to independently achieve results within a commercial environment.
• Evidence of innovative thinking and be IT proficient.

Desirable requirements:

• Experience of ERP, MRP systems.
• Experience in managing a purchasing/procurement function.

Hours of work: Mon to Fri (Fulltime hours)

Salary: 40K (depending on experience)

Benefits: Attractive benefits package.