My private equity-backed client is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to join their expanding team. This dynamic role supports the Finance Director in managing the UK finance function across four businesses and leading a team of six finance staff. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving efficiencies and maintaining robust financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparation of Monthly Management Accounts (All Sites):

* Review and prepare draft P&L and all summary reports for monthly management accounts.

* Deliver insightful management accounts to the Group Finance Director.

* Ensure accuracy and timeliness within the management accounts team.

* Maintain stock reconciliations and reporting.

Preparation of Annual Statutory Accounts:

* Lead audits across four sites.

* Liaise with the US audit team for Group audit.

Budget and Cash Flow Forecasting:

* Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team in preparing the annual budget and cash flow forecast, monitoring performance against forecasts.

General Financial and Commercial Management:

* Approve and submit MTD VAT returns and liaise with the VAT office as needed.

* Handle any other financial and commercial matters as they arise.

* Extract and analyse data, providing reports to the US on an ad hoc basis.

* Produce variance analysis and KPI reports for the Finance Team and all sites.

* Prepare ONS reports for all sites.

* Prepare Audit Committee requests for the US on a quarterly basis.

Skills Required:

* ACCA or CIMA qualified with at least 5 years of experience in preparing management accounts.

* Group accounting and manufacturing knowledge would be a key advantage.

* High level of enthusiasm and commitment to meeting tight deadlines.

* Prior use of accounting systems and Microsoft Office, with Microsoft BC being an advantage.

* Strong work-related Excel experience.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a determination to succeed.

Benefits:

* Competitive salary.

* Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.

* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

* Up to 10 additional holiday days available to purchase

* Annual bonus based on sales and profit share scheme.

* Income protection

How to Apply: If you are an experienced finance professional looking to make a significant impact in a growing business, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV to Kat Paterson-Browne