Financial Controller - an exciting opening has emerged with opportunities for future growth with our client.
This is a hands-on, broad all-round role for a thriving distribution business, based in Skelmersdale. Working closely with the Founder, other Senior Management and all levels of colleagues, your communication skills must be exceptional. You will be advising, reporting and setting up new systems to ensure the productivity of the business continues to grow. The business is expanding, and you will play a key part in delivering their ambitious 5-Year Plan.
Duties:
* Preparing and finalising monthly management accounts and management information (MI) packs, including commentary, and reporting directly to the Managing Director.
* Participating in leadership meetings and contributing to the strategic direction of the company.
* Continuously evaluating the company's financial performance and identifying opportunities for value creation.
* Acting as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director and the operational management team, providing clear, concise financial insights to support business decisions.
* Managing and reconciling the balance sheet, ensuring accurate control and reporting.
* Overseeing the entire process of rebate management and reconciliations.
* Conducting VAT reconciliations and handling VAT returns.
* Overseeing the company's financial systems, ensuring they are effectively managed.
* Leading the finance team, including recruitment, training, and professional development.
* Managing Accounts Payable, Credit Control, and Cash Management functions.
* Completing financial forecasting and developing comprehensive budgets.
* Leading and managing the entire annual audit process.
* Managing day-to-day relationships with the bank, including completing quarterly financial reports.
* Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including managing company insurance policies.
* Overseeing the renewal of company insurance policies, including credit insurance.
* Handling various ad hoc projects and analyses to drive continuous improvement within the company.
* Participating in process improvement initiatives to enhance business efficiency.
* Assessing company performance through key data analysis, monitoring, and developing KPIs to drive improvements.
* Strong working knowledge of SAP Business One is highly desirable.
Benefits:
* Hybrid working
* 25 days + bank holidays
* Company events
* Company pension
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