Financial Controller - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Job Type:PermanentSalary:£60,000-£85,000 per annum (plus car allowance)Location:EveshamHours:Mon-Fri (8-5) - flexibility offered around start/finish times

Your new companyHays Senior Finance are working exclusively with a market-leading manufacturing/supply chain organisation in the Evesham area as they look to appoint a new Financial Controller on a permanent basis.My client, a multi-million pound entity of a larger, privately owned Group, have experienced excellent growth in recent years to further cement their position as a leading name in their industry.

Your new roleWorking as a number two to the Finance Director, you will become a key member of the Senior Management team. You'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of a busy finance function, supporting across all areas and leading a small team.

Key duties:

• Maintain and develop internal controls and processes
• Production and review of monthly management accounts
• Lead on the annual statutory audit including the preparation of financial statements and assisting external auditors
• Production and presentation of annual budgeted P&L, balance sheet and cashflows
• Development and maintenance of daily cashflow management and quarterly cashflow forecasting
• Oversee the preparation and review of weekly and monthly payrolls
• Liaison with external bodies in preparing and reviewing annual R&D tax claims
• Oversee accurate submissions for key stakeholders including waste packaging submissions and sales returns
• Staff management, training and development (4 staff)
• Assist with the ongoing development and review of H&S strategies

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) - QBE candidates will be considered providing relevant experience can be demonstrated
• Previous experience of working in a similar, hands-on operational Financial Controller or Finance Manager role
• Commercially aware with the confidence to add value across all levels of an organisation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - able to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Skilled at managing and developing finance staff
• Excellent IT proficiency, specifically Excel, and knowledge of finance systems (SAP preferable)

What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £85,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualification) and the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the company's next phase of growth. With lots of scope and progression available, this would be a perfect fit for a driven individual who has ambitions of becoming a Finance Director in the future. Additional benefits include 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), private medical cover, medi-cash scheme, life assurance/death-in service and much more.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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