Due to the early retirement of the current post-holder, Abacus are commencing the recruitment for the position of Financial Controller with this large-scale, global business. This is a high profile role working with a highly motivated, multi-disciplinary team a local leadership team that operate within a wider group. The requirement is to identify a post-qualified Accountant with strong commercial awareness and the desire to work closely with senior management providing advice, guidance and perspective on all financial matters. You will be knowledgeable of management reporting and analysis and be able tomanage a small team.If you are a Qualified Accountant (perhaps looking at your first move into industry) based within the region we look forward to speaking with you and providing the complete outline. The successful appointee will benefit from a 4-6 month period of handover with the current Financial Controller. Requirements: - University degree. - Qualified Accountant ACA, CIMA, ACCA (or the international equivalent). - Significant experience as a financial or business analyst. Operational experience within business / would be advantageous. - Must have expert Microsoft Office Products experience, specifically with Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Word as well as the ability to learn corporate ERP system. - Evidence of comfort and familiarity around top management. Responsibilities: - Lead and direct a finance team of 2 Financial & Cost Accountant, including financial and management accounting processes, P&L and Balance Sheet review, and variance analysis. - Ensure complete financial control is maintained including compliance with applicable GAAP, corporate accounting policy and audit requirements. - Oversee monthly reporting for site, and communication of results to all stakeholders. - Oversee the Monthly R&O and quarterly forecasting process. - Participate in formulating and delivering business strategy. - Drive business improvement and support this through the provision of accurate and timely financial information, working closely with the cross functional managers. - Provide support to commercial decision-making processes and business development. This is your opportunity to gain a lead role in a major global organisation, do not miss it Benefits are significant and include bonus and company car allowance. Interested candidates will be able to obtain full details upon inquiry. Skills: Qualified Accountant Senior Management Financial Reporting Benefits: Car, Bonus, Pension, Health & more