My client, a leading manufacturing firm, are looking to hire a proactive and resilient Financial Controller to lead their finance team based near Chester.

Reporting to the European Finance Director, the Financial Controller will take complete ownership of the day to day running of finance. The Financial Controller will lead a good size team, some of whom will need to be recruited, so previous team management experience is crucial.

The company has been through a challenging few years, with a lot of change at the top and difficult market conditions, so the Financial Controller needs to be resilient, positive and not afraid of a challenge.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone wanting a slightly different, very interesting and rewarding financial controller position, with a great SLT and plenty of opportunity for success.

Key responsibilities include:

• Financial control responsibility for NW site
• Lead and develop finance team (cost accountant, management accountant financial accountant and AP team)
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of monthly financial accounts, including detailed reporting packs and consolidations
• Manage and drive the forecasting and annual budget processes
• Ensure the integrity of all ledgers and balance sheet
• Develop robust internal processes and controls
• Responsible for ensuring all government returns are correct and submitted on time
• Participation at the monthly business review, presenting company performance and analysis.
• Manage the relationship with internal and external auditors.
• Deputise for FD as required.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACCA or overseas equivalent)
• Strong people manager
• Excellent Excel skills, with good financial systems knowledge
• Tenacious, resilient and hands on, not afraid of a challenge
• Proven experience in a similar role

To apply to this unique opportunity, please get in touch!

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