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Financial Controller

Robert Half
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY5 0BN, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Robert Half is partnering with a £100M turnover manufacturing group in Shropshire, seeking a Group Financial Accountant to join their finance team.
  • The role requires a recently qualified ACA professional or someone with post-qualification experience, focusing on group-level financial reporting and compliance.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing financial reports, leading the consolidation process, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards.
  • The position offers a competitive salary between £50,000 and £60,000, along with hybrid working options and benefits such as pension and healthcare.
  • Candidates should possess advanced Excel skills and strong communication abilities to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders.
Company Overview

Robert Half are partnering with a £100M t/o manufacturing group based in Shropshire, that offer a fantastic market presence and a reputation for excellence. With operations spanning multiple countries, the company is committed to innovation, efficiency, and delivering high-quality products to its customers. As part of its continued growth, the group is seeking a NEW Group Financial Accountant to join its dynamic finance team.

Job Summary

Robert Half are looking for a highly motivated and technically strong Group Financial Accountant. The successful candidate will be responsible for group-level financial reporting, consolidation, and compliance, ensuring the highest standards of financial integrity and accuracy. This role is ideal for a recently qualified ACA professional looking to make a move from practice into industry or an individual with post-qualification experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual group financial reports.

  • Lead the group consolidation process.

  • Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and liaise with external auditors.

  • Ensure financial compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.

  • Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, providing insightful analysis on group performance.

  • Monitor cash flow, treasury management, and inter-company transactions.

  • Drive process improvements to enhance financial reporting efficiency and accuracy.

  • Provide technical accounting support for complex transactions, acquisitions, and integrations.

  • Work closely with finance teams across the group to ensure consistency and accuracy of reporting.

  • Partner with operational teams to enhance financial visibility and cost control within manufacturing processes.

Key Requirements
  • ACA/ACCA qualified (practice experience preferred).

  • Experience in group consolidations and financial reporting.

  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems.

  • Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with senior stakeholders.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits
  • Competitive starting salary of between £50,000 & £60,000

  • Hybrid working options

  • Pension and healthcare benefits

  • Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

  • Support for ongoing professional development

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.

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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.