Financial Controller in Hemel Hempstead

# Financial ControllerAccounting / Finance,Financial ControllerOctober 6, 2026Permanent### Job Description* Permanent* Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire* Posted 6 hours ago* £70,000 – £90,000 per annumWebsite**CV-Library**NLB Solutions are working with a manufacturing business that are looking for a Qualified Accountant to join as a Financial Controller. 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.The business offers a fast paced environment that is based alongside the manufacturing site.### Duties* 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.* 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.* 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.* 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.* 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.* 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr