Financial Controller - AFR Consulting : Job Details

Founded by a leading industry expert this company specialises in the development and manufacture of niche products and have recently invested heavily in technology and research. This has enabled them now to become one of the market leaders in their field whilst also maintaining strong profit margins. To support planned strategic expansion they like to recruit an experienced Financial Controller to assist them on the next phase of their journey.

The ideal candidate for this position would preferably be a CIMA / ACCA or ACA qualified accountant with previous experience of a financial management role in a growing SME. QBE will also be considered and Manufacturing / Engineering sector experience would be advantageous, their production processes are very specialised and as such require careful monitoring and control of raw materials. The role will carry responsibility for a small finance / admin team so will be very hands on and will include:

• Producing the management accounts and board reports
• Preparing cashflow forecasts to tight reporting deadlines
• Creating budgets and reviewing performance
• Developing KPI’s and improving reports
• Review and implementation of cost reduction strategies
• Management of cashflow, controlling expenditure / cost
• Investment / CAPEX appraisals
• Controlling all transactional activity
• Preparation of statutory accounts, tax, VAT & HMRC matters
• Managing external relationships with banks and auditors etc.
• Collaborating across the business to support financial performance

You will be joining a close knit management team consisting largely of sales and technical experts so the ability to convey financial matters in a clear and concise manner is essential along with a flair for understanding production and warehousing systems. The role will report into the MD and you will also get exposure to a part-time FD who has a wealth of experience supporting high growth companies. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller or alternatively a Finance Manager / strong management accountant looking to step up. Please apply now for immediate consideration. Immediate availability / short notice period preferred but not essential!