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A global leader in manufacturing is seeking a Financial Controller for its Carlisle plant, responsible for overseeing financial performance, managing internal controls, and leading a team of three finance professionals. The role requires at least 5 years of finance experience in a manufacturing environment, strong financial control skills, and a relevant accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
Client Details
My client are a leading global manufacturer. They serve a wide range of industries, partnering with some of the world's most respected companies, and operate with a strong focus on sustainability and continuous growth.
Description
- Oversee financial key performance indicators, ensuring adherence to Group accounting standards, USGAAP, and local regulations
- Maintain a robust internal controls framework and ensure compliance with internal policies
- Lead and manage the finance team
- Develop and review budgets and rolling forecasts, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
- Track and analyse manufacturing costs, identifying and addressing variances from standard costs
- Assist other plant departments in evaluating their cost performance
- Identify financial issues, implement corrective actions, and monitor progress
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to achieve excellence in financial performance
- Ensure the financial statements are accurate, in line with internal procedures and controls
- Guarantee compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations
Profile
- Qualified accountant
- Manufacturing experience
- Ability to lead and develop a team
- Able to work to strict deadlines & strong time management
- Strong business partnering & rapport building skills
- Happy being 100% site based
Job Offer
- Salary circa £70,000-£80,000
- Company car
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Private healthcare
- Company bonus scheme
- 25 days holiday
