Financial Controller

Location: HengoedContract Duration: Up to 6 months (with potential for permanent placement)Start Date: ASAP - Rate: Negotiable (£300+ per day) 

Are you a proactive and commercially focused Financial Controller looking for your next challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified financial professional to join a dynamic team in Hengoed. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to drive financial performance through strong reporting, forecasting, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Forecasting & Scenario Planning: Lead the development of weekly, monthly, and annual forecasts. Conduct scenario planning to evaluate potential business outcomes and support strategic decision-making.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and present timely financial statements and management reports. Deliver meaningful financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Business Decision Support: Act as a strategic partner to senior management, providing insights to optimize profitability and drive growth. Support pricing strategies, product costing, and operational decision-making.
• Budgeting & Performance Monitoring: Oversee the preparation of the annual budget. Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts, providing variance analysis and actionable recommendations.
• Internal Processes & Profitability Improvement: Lead initiatives to streamline internal processes, reduce inefficiencies, and improve overall profitability. Develop and enforce robust internal controls.
• Cash Flow & Treasury Management: Manage cash flow forecasting to ensure sufficient liquidity. Oversee accounts payable and receivable, driving efficiencies in collections and payments.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team. Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and identify opportunities for team training and growth.

Requirements:

• Must hold an ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Proven experience in financial management roles within manufacturing, field service, or distribution businesses.
• Ambitious for personal growth and eager to get involved commercially to drive business growth and profitability.
• Exceptional forecasting and scenario planning skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Strong commercial focus, with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to operational challenges.
• Demonstrated success in improving internal processes to enhance profitability and reporting accuracy.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (experience with SAP or similar platforms preferred).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing company. You'll be at the heart of financial decision-making, working closely with senior management to drive strategic initiatives. If you're looking for a role where you can truly make a difference and have the potential to secure a permanent position, we want to hear from you!