My client, a leading UK manufacturing business, are looking to recruit a UK Financial Controller to join their high calibre finance team in Chester.
This senior role within the organisation offers an exciting opportunity to partner with the commercial and operations team, overseeing the external audit process and acting as a review point for all significant financial outputs.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, technical accounting expertise, and excellent communication skills.
What you'll do:
* Lead the finance team of 3, including accounting, costing, regulatory reporting, tax and treasury
* Ensure timely and accurate close activities and reporting
* Maintain operational effectiveness of key and operational controls
* Oversee all US corporate parent requirements for month and quarter end closes
* Manage a successful external audit process and ensure clear communication with external auditors
* Oversee all tax activities including corporation tax, VAT and applicable duties
* Manage all treasury activities including daily forecasting
* Oversee the statutory accounts process and related activities
What you bring:
* 15+ years of finance experience, including substantial background in statutory accounting, auditing, tax and internal control
* Strong technical orientation with understanding of accounting methodology and financial analysis
* Proven leadership capabilities with ability to manage client relationships and stakeholders
* Technical accounting expertise with good understanding of both US and UK GAAP
* Ability to work effectively within a wider international team
* Excellent written and communication skills
To apply to this fantastic opportunity, please get in touch with your CV!
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Chester
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 per annum
Job Reference: S9RUO6-3904B6A1
Date posted: 5 February 2025
Consultant: Isabel Evans
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