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Interim Group Financial Controller

International Temporary £400 - £450 per day View Job Description
Working with a fantastic Group FD, you will provide leadership to a high performing team, take a lead on improvement projects as well as financial restructuring and systems development
  • Reporting, process improvement, budgets, variance work
  • management accounts, controls, partnering

About Our Client

Well established, privately owned, international, multi site manufacturing business with C£200m t/o

Job Description



    • Financial Reporting:
      • Prepare and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with regulatory requirements.
      • Analyse financial performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement in profitability and cost management.
      • Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on financial performance and potential risks.


    • Budgeting & Forecasting:
      • Develop and manage the annual budget and financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
      • Monitor actual performance against the budget, providing regular updates and identifying any variances.


    • Cost Accounting & Inventory Management:
      • Oversee cost accounting functions, including the calculation of product costs, cost allocations, and margin analysis.
      • Ensure proper inventory valuation, including the management of stock levels, raw materials, and work-in-progress inventory.
      • Work closely with the production team to assess cost control measures and improve efficiency.


    • Internal Controls & Compliance:
      • Establish and maintain internal controls over financial reporting and operational processes.
      • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards (e.g., GAAP or IFRS).
      • Coordinate and manage external audits and implement audit recommendations.


    • Cash Flow & Financial Planning:
      • Manage cash flow to ensure the business has sufficient liquidity for operations and capital investment.
      • Forecast cash needs and advise on capital expenditures, investment decisions, and financing options.


    • Team Leadership & Development:
      • Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring proper training and development opportunities.
      • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., operations, procurement, sales) to ensure alignment of financial strategies with business goals.


    • Strategic Decision Support:
      • Provide financial analysis and support for key business decisions such as pricing, new product lines, and capital investments.
      • Assist senior management in evaluating business performance, including profitability analysis, return on investment, and cost-benefit analysis.



The Successful Applicant

You will be a qualified Finance professional, ideally with experience in Multi-site manufacturing, consolidation skills and the ability to work with a range of business stakeholders.

Experience of business restructuring would be beneficial

What's on Offer

£400-450p/d Outside IR35. Initial 6 month contract, possibly temp to perm

Contact
Neil Mantle
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6663684
Phone number
+44 115 9349607

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
International
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Neil Mantle
Consultant phone
+44 115 9349607
Job reference
JN-022025-6663684