Full job descriptionAdele Carr Recruitment are partnering with a well established manufacturer in the Mid-Cheshire area with reference to an exciting Financial Controller opportunity.
The company in question has long standing and secure contracts in their niche industry and due to new appointments within the company over the past 18 months, new business and contract wins have also added to the positivity.
Job Summary:
*This role requires a professional Financial Controller with expertise in financial management and compliance.
*Overseeing all accounting functions in the business, ensuring that all accounting records are appropriately kept and that every reported result complies with accounting standards and legislation.
*Coordinating and managing the preparation of budget and financial forecasts, preparing monthly statements and other regular financial reports.
*Developing and improving the internal control environment is crucial, ensuring the finance team operates in a robust control environment, and being the go-to contact for all external auditors.
*Contribution to the financial strategy of the business and be crucial in the development of all internal control policies and procedures in the company.
*Actively participate in financial risk management and work alongside the Finance Director and other team members to create risk minimization strategies.
*Contribute to ensuring all financial systems are fit for purpose, are maintained, and can spot any potential areas for improvement.
Duties and Responsibilities:
*Monitoring internal controls and implementing procedures to safeguard assets and mitigate financial risks.
*Documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain internal controls.
*Implement internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
*Propose solutions to identified risks and effectively manage stakeholder expectations.
*Collaborate with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulations and maintain transparency.
*Lead the end-to-end audit process of current systems, while acting as a point of contact for external auditors.
*Ensuring all transactions are recorded, filed and reported properly.
*Drive the continuous improvement of end to end accounting practices.
*Streamlining and improving all operations and accounting systems.
*Managing all day to day accounting operations - including Invoicing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger and Treasury, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition, maintaining accurate accounting records.
*Coordinating the management of cash flow, debt and debt collection, managing cash flow to ensure optimal utilization of funds.
*Lead the team members responsible for accounting, payroll, VAT and HMRC processes.
*Supervising and managing financial department staff
*Mentoring and guiding the finance team, motivating and fostering their professional growth and development.
*Develop and supervise the implementation of internal financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems.
*Preparing and publishing timely and accurate monthly financial reports.
*Provide guidance and direction to the company, contributing to its financial growth and success.
*Support the business with the financial strategy and decision-making processes.
*Ensure alignment of Budgets and Forecasts with strategic goals and objectives.
*Coordinate the preparation of budgets and financial forecasting, reporting variances.
*Analyse, prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial, budgeting and forecasting reports, and present the findings.
*Address financial reporting feedback, helping to optimize the decision-making processes.
*Supervise the research into factors influencing business performance.
*Create reports (annual and monthly) which identify results, trends and forecasts.
*Identify opportunities for cost savings and optimizing financial performance.
The Person:
*A minimum of 5 years experience in a Finance Manager or Financial Accountant role
*Exceptional technical accounting experience
*Process improvement experience
*Fully Qualified
*Being able to work to tight deadlines
*Cash flow and budgeting experience