Financial Controller
South Leicestershire
£60,000 - £65,000
Full Time, Permanent
SF Recruitment are working with a rapidly growing Manufacturing business in their search for an experienced Financial Controller to join & lead their Finance function. They are a highly successful SME with exciting growth plans -This position would suit a Financial Controller looking for a progressive opportunity & route to FD. As the Financial Controller you will be responsible for the operations of the Finance department and support the Finance & Managing Director. In this key role, you'll handle financial reporting and analysis, contributing to strategic decision-making while enjoying autonomy to improve and streamline the finance function. The ideal Financial Controller will have manufacturing experience & be a fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCCA).
Duties of the Financial Controller include:
- Manage & develop a small Finance team
- Production and maintenance of a detailed cashflow forecast
- Maintain accurate accounting records and financial systems ensuring that supporting internal controls are appropriate as the business develops, ensuring integrity and transparency.
- Monitor and report on performance against budgets and forecasts, with particular attention to Gross Margin analysis & product / customer performance.
- Review month end balance sheet reconciliation and control accounts.
- Deliver daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly financial performance reports as appropriate, ensuring meaningful relevant data is communicated
- Ensuring the annual audit is conducted efficiently and quickly.
The ideal Financial Controller will have experience within an Manufacturing & SME environment. Experience & knowledge of Sage would be desirable with strong Excell skills being essential. This position would suit a commercially minded Financial Controller who joins adding value to a rapidly growing business. This position is on-site 5 days a week initially. 37 Hours a week with an early finish on Friday.
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SF Recruitment (Leicester)
Posted a month ago, valid for 3 days
Leicester, Leicestershire LE4 0DL, England
£65,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Financial Controller position is based in South Leicestershire, offering a salary range of £60,000 - £65,000 for a full-time, permanent role.
- The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a financial management role, preferably within the manufacturing sector.
- This role involves leading the finance function, managing a small finance team, and supporting the Finance & Managing Director.
- Key responsibilities include financial reporting, strategic decision-making, and maintaining accurate accounting records while ensuring compliance with internal controls.
- Applicants should be fully qualified accountants (CIMA/ACCA) and possess strong Excel skills, with experience in Sage being desirable.
