Financial Controller

A subsidiary of a large international business is looking for a Financial Controller to join them for a full-time, permanent role as they undergo a significant period of business transformation following a recent acquisition and investment. Based at their offices in North Manchester, this Finance Controller position presents the opportunity to join the business at a key stage as they embark on their next phase of growth.

Responsibilities of your new role

As the new Financial Controller, you will be responsible for delivering tight financial controls to help facilitate and achieve business objectives. You will review and develop existing processes and systems to ensure robust financial controls and maintain strong working relationships with all stakeholders. The Financial Controller will also:

• Form a close working and reporting relationship with the senior management team
• Take overall control of the company's day to day accounting function and financial reporting
• Ensure that company financial systems are robust, compliant and support current activities and future growth
• Take ultimate responsibility for preparing and publishing Monthly Management Information
• Take ultimate responsibility for company cash management
• Establish a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with external parties such as the bank and auditors
• Prepare Monthly Management Information for review by the Managing Director, ten working days from month end
• Deliver on Tax Compliance & HMRC reporting were appropriate. Namely: VAT returns, EC Sales Lists, Intrastat
• Complete CID reconciliations by the required due dates
• Liaise with auditors and address audit queries
• Present draft year end accounts to the CEO one month following the year end
• Address foreign exchange needs. Obtain approval from CEO for all hedging transactions
• Ensure all processes are documented as Standard Operating Procedures

The successful candidate will join the business at a pivotal time and immediately immerse themselves into several projects, including an ERP implementation.

Candidate profile

The business looks to hire an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Financial Controller who demonstrates:

• Previous experience managing a small team
• Experience within an SME business or subsidiary of a larger organisation
• Experience using SAP is desirable

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join the business at an exciting time, you will play an integral part in the future success of the business and work with an enthusiastic and dynamic management team.

Salary

The successful Financial Controller will be offered £45,000 - £50,000 per year, dependent on experience, plus benefits including pension and free parking.

Apply now

Please apply today to be considered immediately for this exceptional Financial Controller position in Manchester.