Financial Controller – Newark - £55k-£60k & bonus Benjamin Edwards are recruiting for a growing and thriving manufacturing owner-managed business in Newark. We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller who has experience of working within manufacturing. As Financial Controller, you will be instrumental in supporting the growth of business, implementing systems and procedures, and managing a small team. The role of the Financial Controller Managing the accounting function Managing a small finance team Preparing monthly management accounts to include full variance analysis to budget and forecast Bills of material/stock/costings Ensuring all reporting is compliant with statutory law and financial regulations Ensuring compliance with all HMRC requirements Documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls Weekly drawdown and cashflow forecasts Management of the full working capital cycle (13-week cashflow forecasting, optimal utilisation of confidential commercial invoice financing, robust invoicing, credit control and supplier payment processes) Managing the full weekly and monthly payroll processes, including third party deductions Contributing fully to the company's financial strategy and decision-making processes Completing weekly entering of timesheets into payroll software and associated administration Assisting with company compliance and administration including legal paperwork Debtor Insurance - maintenance of trading levels and renewals CIS returns Intermediary reporting Internal PAYE payroll Management of A/E Pension for internal and external PAYE staff The ideal candidate for the role of Financial Controller Previous experience in a Financial Controller or Finance Manager role AAT/ACCA/CIMA or QBE Highly PC literate and skilled with all Microsoft Office based applications including Word/Excel/PowerPoint. Experience with sage and systems upgrades and implementations. Accurate data entry and keen eye for detail