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Connected Search Group has been engaged in a project to support an engineering business based in Rotherham. Our client is looking for a Financial Controller who will oversee the financial operations and ensure the financial health of the organisation. This role is critical in providing financial insights, managing the accounting processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic financial planning. The role supports the business FD & CFO directly and comes at a period of significant business transition. There will be multiple opportunities to be involved with change management, system implementations & integrations, process & policy updates, and strategic planning. There is a clear career progression available across all levels of financial leadership.
Responsibilities Include:
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee the preparation & delivery of financial statements, management accounts, & reports.
- Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, & other relevant accounting standards.
- Coordinate & lead the annual audit, liaising with external auditors & regulatory authorities.
- Develop & maintain financial reporting systems, providing accurate, complete, & timely financial information.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads.
- Analyse performance against budgets, identifying variances & recommending corrective actions.
- Prepare financial forecasts & models to support strategic decision-making.
Cash Flow Management
- Manage & monitor the company's cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity.
- Develop strategies to optimise working capital & improve cash flow.
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Implement & maintain robust internal control systems, safeguarding assets & ensuring the integrity of financial data.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations & legislation, including tax laws, VAT, & payroll regulations.
- Oversee the implementation of financial policies & procedures, ensuring consistency & adherence across the organisation.
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage & mentor the finance team, and create a culture of continuous improvement & professional development.
- Conduct performance appraisals, set objectives, & provide timely feedback.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as commercial, sales, & operations, to support and lead the alignment of business and financial KPIs.
Strategic Financial Planning
- Develop long-term financial plans aligned with the companys strategic goals.
- Provide financial analysis & insights to inform business decisions & drive growth.
- Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Prepare materials and presentations for business leaders, investors, and board meetings.
Education
Batchelors degree or Higher (preferably in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, engineering, or a related field)
Professional Certifications
Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or any other relevant qualification), with at least 3 years post-qualification experience.
Experience
- Experience in a financial managerial / leadership position.
- Experience within an Engineering, or projects based, organisation is desirable but not essential.
- Worked within a large national, or multi-national, organisation.
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant accounting standards.
- Experience in the implementation and/or integration of ERP, or related, systems, is desirable, but not essential.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant accounting standards.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities. Effective at delegating within the team & keeping motivation & morale high.
- Proficiency in developing and maintaining financial models using Excel or other financial modelling software (examples will be requested as part of the interview process).
- Experience with data analysis and business intelligence tools such as SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar software.
- Advanced proficiency with ERP systems like Navision, Dynamics, or similar platforms.
- Understanding of the business environment, industry trends, and strategic planning processes.
- Ability to provide actionable insights and recommendations to support strategic decisions.
- Strong project management skills to oversee multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivating, proactive, keen to learn, eager to progress, tactful, etc.
- Strategic thinker. Be able to see the bigger picture, and be proactive with a forward looking approach.
- Analytical thinker with strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and trends.
- Problem solver who can identify issues, analyse potential solutions, & implement effective strategies.
- Ability to work under pressure & meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate with various departments and senior management.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting.
- Ensuring consistency in financial data and adherence to financial policies and procedures.
- Ability to adapt to changing business conditions and priorities.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry trends and best practices.
- Abide by, and demonstrate the company values, through how we go about performing our role.
Benefits Include
£65k to £75k
25 days holiday the ability to purchase an additional 3 days after probation
5% employer 5% employee pension contributions
2 x salary life insurance
Westfield Health
Monday to Friday (early Friday finish), 37.5 hours
