Internationally successful: The Wienerberger Group
Wienerberger is a leading international provider of building materials and infrastructure solutions.Come and join us as a Financial Controller.
About the Role
As a Financial Controller/Manager, you will lead our finance function during an exciting transformation. This new role oversees finance and accounting for Wienerberger and its UK subsidiaries.
With a shift to a country-led structure, we are merging four independent finance teams into one cohesive unit. You will drive this integration, improve processes, and ensure accurate, timely financial information.
This role offers a unique chance to shape our finance function and foster personal and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Reporting: Oversee the production of monthly P&L and balance sheet packs
* Tax and Compliance: Manage all regulatory obligations to ensure compliance
* Team Leadership: Build and develop a high-performing finance team, including the direct line management of four Finance Managers/Senior Financial Accountants.
* Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, implement robust controls, and enhance the overall efficiency of the finance function.
* Project Management: Oversee the implementation of new systems, manage acquisitions, and lead accounting integration projects.
* Business Engagement and Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with the wider finance functions and key stakeholders
The role is based at our Head Office in Cheadle (near Stockport) with ad-hoc UK travel. A company car/allowance is provided. Hybrid working is available, with an average of 3 days per week in the office.
About You
You will be an experienced accounting professional with a strong track record in managing external audits and statutory accounts preparation.
With experience leading a team, you will enjoy managing, coaching, and developing others to achieve their goals.
Ideally, you will have experience working in a similar large business where you have worked closely with multiple functions and with external auditors.
You will also be/have:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, or ACCA)
* Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
* Technical tax knowledge (e.g VAT and Corporation Tax returns)
* Advanced Excel skills (e.g. Pivot tables, accounting formulas, data analysis)
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Experience in managing multiple priorities and stakeholders
* FRS101 knowledge - desirable
* Full driving licence and flexibility to travel across the UK
About our Benefits
* Salary up to £75,000 (depending on experience)
* Annual bonus up to 12%
* Family private medical cover
* Professional growth, training, and opportunities to hone your skills and knowledge
* Ability to purchase additional holidays
* Company Pension
* SIP – ability to become a shareholder via our Share Scheme
* Life Assurance
* Flexible benefits offering (including health, wellbeing and money saving opportunities)
About us
We improve the quality of life and shape the future of construction. With our 19,000 employees at 216 locations in 28 countries, we improve the lives of people all over the world. Our products and system solutions enable energy-efficient, healthy, climate-friendly and affordable living.
So what are you waiting for? Come and join Wienerberger as a Financial Controller and start growing your career with us today!
The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.
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