Following its acquisition by a global group this manufacturing and distribution business is poised for significant growth. Specialising in the development, production and marketing of chemicals for a variety of products they have a predominantly UK customer base and increasing sales Europe and Asia. This strategic acquisition will strengthen the parent companies position as a global market leader and opens up significant opportunities to expand their product offering and leverage cross selling capabilities.
A review of the finance department has identified the need to strengthen the team with the appointment of an experienced Financial Controller. The ideal candidate must have strong commercial awareness, coupled with experience of group reporting and a finance business partner skill set to drive profitability throughout the business. This will be the lead finance role for the site and will involve close interaction with the UK General Manager and parent company Group CFO. They are looking for a dynamic finance leader who can drive change, improve financial processes and develop analysis to drive decision making.
The Financial Controller will head up a team of four finance assistants and will lead all financial reporting, management and analysis activity. Responsibilities will include:
• Preparation of company management accounts • Develop group reporting in line with parent company timetable• Creation and submission of annual statutory accounts and...