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Financial Controller

Venture Recruitment Partners
Posted 17 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Basingstoke, Hampshire RG22 4UY

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Financial Controller is available at a successful international manufacturing business, requiring a qualified accountant with post-qualification experience.
  • Candidates must have experience working in a manufacturing environment and possess strong technical accounting knowledge.
  • Key responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, managing statutory accounts, leading audits, and developing a finance team.
  • The position offers a salary range of £70,000 - £80,000, along with bonuses, pension, and healthcare benefits.
  • Hybrid working is available, with three days in the office required.

Are you a strong controller, with experience working within manufacturing?

We’re partnering with a successful international manufacturing business in their search for a Financial Controller.

You will be responsible for the running of the UK business and team of qualified accountants.

Financial Controller – The Role

  • Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and submission of accurate and timely financial reports to the parent company, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages. Ensure compliance with accounting standards
  • Statutory Accounts: Manage the preparation and filing of statutory accounts for the UK entities, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP
  • Audit Management: Lead the annual external audit process, liaising with auditors and ensuring a smooth and efficient audit. Manage internal controls and compliance procedures
  • Team Leadership: Manage and develop a high-performing finance team, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and regular forecasting, working closely with the UK leadership team to develop realistic and achievable financial plans
  • Financial Analysis: Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and cash flow forecasting
  • Internal Controls: Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial information
  • Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to improve finance processes and enhance efficiency

Financial Controller – Required Experience

  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with post-qualification experience
  • Experience working for a manufacturing business
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge
  • Experience managing external audits and internal controls
  • Proven leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

The Package

  • Salary £70,000 - £80,000
  • Bonus, pension and healthcare
  • Hybrid working – 3 office days

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We will consider all qualified applications for this position. Chilworth Partnership / Venture Recruitment Partners does not discriminate against disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected under the Equality Act 2010.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.