Counted Redditch, England, United Kingdom
About the Business
An opportunity to be a Financial Controller for a global company based in Redditch, who really look after their employees. This role gives you a fantastic chance to play a key part in the management of the plant. This is a 3-6 month contract with a high chance of and track record of extension.
Main Duties:
* Plant Finance Support: Serve as an integral member of the Plant Finance and Management team, providing support and control for the Redditch plant.
* Reporting Responsibilities: Oversee all aspects of corporate and internal reporting, ensuring adherence to timetables, financial integrity, and completeness.
* Month-End Processes: Manage and complete month-end processes, including variance analysis.
* Performance Reporting: Report plant performance (actuals, budgets, forecasts, variance analysis) using Hyperion.
* Budget and Forecast Preparation: Prepare and present budgets and forecasts (profit and loss, cash flow, and balance sheet).
* Team Management: Manage the Finance team.
* KPI Management: Oversee key KPIs, including Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable aging, driving improvements and efficiencies.
* Continuous Improvement: Pursue continuous improvements to financial controls and other operational processes within the business.
* Financial Reporting: Handle Judgmental Reserves Schedules and Accrued Liabilities reporting, SOX Testing Reviews, and presentations to the Divisional Financial Controller.
* Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Conduct balance sheet reconciliation reviews.
* Warranty Provisions: Calculate and provide for warranty exposure.
* Profitability Analysis: Conduct product profitability analysis and reviews.
* Audit Collaboration: Work closely with external auditors for year-end and interim audits, internal audit FOAs, and balance sheet reviews.
* Headcount Review: Review and sign off on headcount.
* Internal Controls: Review, maintain, and implement internal controls, including quarterly SOX testing.
* Team Development: Develop direct report heads to achieve personal and professional goals, supporting the longer-term succession plan.
* Stock-Take Management: Manage two stock-takes annually.
* Ad-Hoc Tasks: Complete ad-hoc tasks as required.
Location / Office / Culture
Based in Redditch, this is a large manufacturing plant and the role reports to a fantastic finance leader who has been with the business a number of years. Hybrid is available.
What We Are Looking For
* Fully Qualified Accountant: QBE with strong manufacturing experience may be considered.
* Experience: Demonstrated experience in finance and accounting within a manufacturing or plant setting.
* Audit Experience: Experience in internal audits and control reviews.
* Technical Skills: Proficient in IT, particularly Excel.
* Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Pressure Management: Capable of working under pressure and managing multiple, conflicting deadlines.
* Team Focus: Focused on team management and development.
Why Join the business
* Benefits including a bonus and car allowance
* Good training and development
Ref:
DT37705
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Manufacturing, and Finance
Industries
Accounting
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