Financial Controller

About Our Client

Leading manufacturing business based in the Midlands.

Manage the finance team of 4-5 direct reports
To produce weekly reports such as;
- Sales and VP
- Cash reporting
- Supplier payment plans
- 13w cashflows

Intercompany reconciliations - done monthly before each month end
Oversee the preparation of the monthly management accounts and report thereon to the Plant Director and the Group Team
Ensure compliance with PAYE, VAT reporting
Year end reporting
- Preparation of year end audit and tax files for the auditors
- Review of statutory accounts prepared by auditors
- Support the consolidation process
Tax compliance - control the preparation and filing of tax compliance requirements. CT, P11D and other tax filings as necessary in line with HMRC deadlines
Budgeting and forecasting - ensure the timely preparation and presentation of annual budgets and other forward planning information
Support ad hoc projects - To improve processes, systems and efficiencies throughout our company operations.
Ensure the security, integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial data and systems
Ensure company policies and procedures are always adhered to
Develop and improve the accounting systems.
Develop and improve the integration of back office systems.
Be part of the Senior Management Team driving the business forward.
Deliver solutions to assist in the control and development of the business.
Ensure that the current department's skill set matches the requirements of the business and that staff are able to develop to their full potential.
Drive a culture of communication and collaboration within the Finance Team and wider colleagues in the business

Relevant professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
Awareness of IFRS
Background in Manufacturing
Good communication skills and ability to listen
Computer literate and good IT skills
Advanced excel skills essential
Commercial background and approach
Strong data analytical skills
Confident and resilient nature
Accurate and able to maintain high standards
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Continuous improvement approach to systems
Ability to work in a team with other senior staff members from different departments.