Finance Manager

A prominent manufacturing firm is actively searching for a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Controller to oversee their accounting operations. This role is ideal for someone with a strong accounting background in a manufacturing environment, ideally related to engineering, who thrives under pressure.Role Overview:The Financial Controller will manage the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring financial activities are compliant with legal standards and company policies. The ideal candidate will work closely with various departments to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the financial records.Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management: Manage the production of accurate management accounts, oversee cash flow, and enforce strict accounting principles.
• Team Leadership: Lead a small, agile accounting team to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Strategic Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments to efficiently handle exceptions in business operations that impact financial accounts.
• Operational Excellence: Monitor costing and pricing functions, manage utilities contracts, and oversee significant expenditures and financial operations.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure adherence to UK and USA legislation, manage VAT submissions and payments, and maintain robust financial records.

Desirable Skills:

• Certification and extensive experience in accounting, with full knowledge of ledger processes, cash management, and cost and margin reporting.
• Advanced computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with MRP software.
• Experience of working with foreign currencies, ideally US accounting legislation.
• Experience of Product costing within a manufacturing environment.

What They Offer:

• A role where one can significantly impact and shape the financial strategies of a leading manufacturing firm.
• Opportunities for career advancement in a supportive and innovative environment.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects one's experience and skills.

Apply Now! Step into a role where your skills are valued, your impact is visible, and your career can flourish. Don't miss out on this opportunity to become a key part of a leading manufacturing team.