Our client is a manufacturer and distributor of precision equipment. They are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take full day to day operational responsibility for their finance, HR & IT departments. Reporting to the CEO, this is a hands on role covering statutory reporting, preparation of management information, Board reporting, Budgets, Taxation and all financial aspects of corporate governance.
Duties include:
- Manage all accounting operations, including billing, accounts receivable/payable, general ledger and cost accounting.
- Review current systems, processes and controls and recommend necessary changes
- Coordinate and direct the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, and variance reports.
- Prepare and publish timely monthly management accounts.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes.
- Ensure compliance with reporting requirements and tax filings.
- Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
- Liaise with external advisers.
- Provide strategic financial insights to guide decision-making processes.
- Manage financial risk and ensure the company's financial stability.
- Manage, motivate and develop the accounts team.
- Manage and complete staff payroll and pensions.
- Bank reconciliations.
- VAT reconciliations and submissions.
- Year end accounts for Audits.
- Manage sales commission.
IT
- Take responsibility for the Strategic IT management for the company
- Manage the IT Supervisor as per other team members
- Setup & Oversee the company’s Finance IT System
HR
- Monitor all HR and financial activities—benefits, compensation, payroll, regulatory compliance—to ensure the company’s operating in alignment with the best practices
Skills:
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
- Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
As part of the senior management team, you will advise and support the CEO to help develop and grow the business. This is a varied role that offers a long term career opportunity.