Financial Controller in Edinburgh

Financial Controller in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Full-Time 60000 - 75000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Voestalpine AG-Gr

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage financial operations, prepare reports, and provide strategic guidance for growth.
  • Company: Leading partner in rail technology with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity to lead audits and implement financial policies in a supportive team.
  • Why this job: Join a pivotal role in shaping financial strategies for a growing company.
  • Qualifications: Strong financial management skills and experience in accounting.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.

We are the leading partner for turnouts and fastening materials and manufacture switches, crossings and associated parts for track installation throughout the UK and Ireland. We provide tailor‑made engineering and design for rail operators.

voestalpine Turnout Technology UK Limited is seeking a highly skilled Finance Controller to manage the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations and providing strategic guidance to support growth and sustainability.

  • Financial Accounting & Reporting
    • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the group.
    • Owner of the production of Management Accounts, KPIs and achieving deadlines.
    • Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management and stakeholders.
    • Present and explain variances to the Finance Director and SMT heads of department.
    • Challenge Heads of Department on financial performance.
    • Support the preparation of annual accounts.
    • Owner of weekly reporting, dashboards and month‑and‑year end routines.
    • Report financial information to external stakeholders.
    • Monitor and analyse financial performance, identifying improvement and cost‑saving opportunities.
  • Financial Controls
    • Oversee CAPEX requests, processes and controls.
    • Prepare balance sheet and reconciliations.
    • Prepare fixed assets, depreciation, additions and disposals.
    • Ensure stock, maintenance, flying provisions are appropriately assessed and addressed.
    • Ensure expense and credit‑card policies are followed and maintained.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
    • Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
    • Support production of annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
    • Support commercial assessment of new contracts and tenders.
    • Prepare budget and mid‑term planning.
  • Audit
    • Coordinate and lead the annual audit process.
    • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
    • Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
    • Plan year‑end process and liaise with external auditors and tax advisers.
    • Produce tax pack and accounts analysis to support production of stats and tax computations.
    • Collate information for R&D tax claims and agree analysis schedule.
  • Working Capital Management
    • Manage cash position and rolling 13‑week forecast.
    • Oversee supplier payments and maintain communications.
    • Oversee debtor invoicing, receipts and maintain customer communications.

Financial Controller in Edinburgh employer: Voestalpine AG-Gr

At voestalpine Turnout Technology UK Limited, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the rail industry, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored training programmes and opportunities for career advancement, all while working in a supportive culture that values teamwork and excellence. Located in the heart of the UK, we provide our Financial Controller with the chance to make a significant impact on our financial operations, contributing to the sustainability and growth of our business.

Voestalpine AG-Gr

Contact Details:

Voestalpine AG-Gr Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Financial Controller in Edinburgh

Financial Accounting
Management Accounts
KPI Analysis
Strategic Financial Guidance
Variance Analysis
Budgeting
Forecasting