Financial Controller
- Recruiter
- Michael Page Finance
- Location
- England, Lincolnshire
- Salary
- £55,000 - £85,000 per annum
- Posted
- 13 Mar 2019
- Closes
- 20 Mar 2019
- Ref
- 14000328/001
- Contact
- Dan Atkins
- Job Title
- Financial Controller
- Category
- Manufacturing / Engineering
- Experience Levels
- Qualified Accountant
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
A family-owned manufacturing business in Lincolnshire undergoing a period of growth are looking to hire a talented Financial Controller for their finance function. This is a full-time, permanent role paying up to £85,000 per annum.
Responsibilities of your new role
As Financial Controller you will oversee the finance function for two key businesses within the group and act as the number one in finance. You will work closely with the MD and CEO to deliver both accurate and timely management accounts information but to support the strategic direction of the business.
Your core duties as Financial Controller will include:
- Driving the company's financial strategy to optimise performance and profitability.
- Oversight, leadership and development of the finance function - a team of 5.
- Provision of financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers.
- Leading the foreign currency planning and hedging/FX process.
- Implementing new financial and non-financial policies to minimise risk and exposure.
- Statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit package.
- Building sustainable relationships with non-finance stakeholders including procurement, production, trading and contract management.
Candidate profile
The business seeks a Financial Controller with a Manufacturing background and finance leadership experience in another large business. You should also demonstrate:
- A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
- Leadership expertise
- Exceptional communication skills and willingness to challenge the status quo
- Knowledge of the FX/ Currency hedging process
- A rounded finance professional from within the manufacturing sector
- A track-record in a Financial Controller or number one position
Salary and benefits
As Financial Controller you will be offered £55,000 - £85,000 per annum plus excellent benefits. Ultimately, you will have the opportunity to earn the Finance Director title.
Your new employer
As Financial Controller you will join a manufacturing and engineering business with a broad base of clients across the UK and internationally. The organisation has specific relationships, reputation and technology to keep them ahead of the market and are looking to invest into the Finance function to support better commercial decision making.
Apply now
Please submit your application today to be considered immediately for this Financial Controller opportunity in Lincolnshire.