Financial Controller

The OpportunityWe are partnering with a dynamic and growing manufacturing business to recruit a commercially minded finance professional to lead and develop the finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a broad, hands-on role within a fast-paced environment, where you will play a key part in driving financial performance, improving processes, and supporting strategic growth into senior leadership, this role offers significant exposure across the business and the chance to make a real impact in a company with international operations. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of statutory accounts, including audit support and disclosures Deliver accurate and insightful monthly management accounts for both internal and corporate reporting Own cash flow management, forecasting, and financial planning activities Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes Oversee payroll, VAT compliance, and Making Tax Digital submissions Manage accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and credit control Maintain and review accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset registers Provide support on corporation tax and deferred tax matters Lead capital expenditure management and financial compliance Ensure adherence to regulatory and reporting standards Manage and develop the day-to-day finance team About YouYou will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with proven experience in a manufacturing environment, confident operating in a fast-paced and evolving business’ll also bring: At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in industry Strong knowledge of ERP systems and finance modules Experience working in an export-focused, multi-currency environment Solid understanding of multi-company accounting and consolidations Exposure to North American reporting structures, including US GAAP and FRS 102 A track record of supporting change and process improvement initiatives What you need to do now If 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…