Financial Controller

Our client is a high-growth manufacturing SME in north-west England. This dynamic company is enjoying rapid growth. To support expansion, the CFO is looking to recruit a technically strong Financial Controller. This is the No.2 role in the finance team.

Responsibilities include:

• Management of the finance team alongside the CFO
• Review, challenge & consolidate the monthly accounts and other reporting; support the CFO in publishing the Board Management Information Pack (IFRS)
• Business modelling & annual budgeting
• Improve systems and controls of accounting function
• Develop the external audit relationship & manage audit process
• Ensure that reporting and tax deadlines are met
• Team management
• Treasury management
• Ensure compliance & forward visibility of loan covenants
• Key support to CEO, CFO & finance team

Skills/Abilities

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / CIMA)
• Strong academics, good university degree
• Advanced Excel & IT skills
• Excellent presentation & communication skills
• Manufacturing industry experience will be beneficial
• Venture capital / Private Equity experience advantageous
• Good working knowledge of UK tax is highly desirable

This is a great opportunity for an Finance Manager or Financial Controller  to join a dynamic high-growth business, working closely with the executive management team.

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