- Profitable and secure business with unique positioning for growth
- Opportunity to work as no.2 to strong FD/CFO mentor
About Our Client
My client is based close to York centre and is a leading player in the manufacturing sector. The business is in good shape, financially secure with a robust product pipeline. This role will be key to manage the financial operations of the company.
Job Description
The Group Financial Controller will be responsible for the following:
- Financial Reporting: Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting. Provide in-depth analysis and insights on financial performance, identifying trends, and recommending actions to improve financial outcomes.
- Internal Controls & Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls to ensure financial integrity, minimise risk, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Cash Flow Management: Oversee cash flow forecasting and management
- Financial Analysis & Planning: Provide commercial analysis and support to senior management, including profitability analysis, cost management, and business case evaluations.
- Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering collaboration and professional growth. Ensure the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to execute their responsibilities effectively.
- External Relations: Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other third parties to ensure the group's financial statements and tax filings are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
The Successful Applicant
The successful Group Financial Controller will have the following credentials:
- Professional finance qualification - ACA/ACCA/CIMA
- Strong technical background gained either through public practice or industry
- Experience within manufacturing and production/Retail/Consumer products/FMCG ideal but not essential
- Leadership - at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Effective communication skills with the ability to engage at board level
What's on Offer
The successful Group Financial Controller can expect:
- £70,000 to £80,000
- Private health insurance
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Life assurance
Contact
James Fowler
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6698646
Phone number
+44 113 388 9071
Job summary
- Job function
- Accounting
- Subsector
- Financial Controller
- Location
- York
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Consultant name
- James Fowler
- Consultant phone
- +44 113 388 9071
- Job reference
- JN-032025-6698646