Group Financial Controller

Role Overview A leading B2B manufacturer, with £50mm turnover and growing Looking for a Group Financial Controller to lead the finance function - long term career opportunity and progressive path This is a number 1 Finance role across the group, reporting to the board. The long-term aim is for someone to develop and progress into group FD and partner the management team in their strategic growth plans This is a very hands-on role, requiring a candidate with a can-do attitude and a strong background in accountancy looking for the next long-term step in their career. Based in Essex Full time, permanent and on site. Mon - Thurs: 8.30 - 17:00 and Fri: 8.30 - 16.00 Salary c. £110k; Pension; Car 25 days paid holiday plus public and bank holidays Assignment Details Take responsibility for ensuring that the financial processes, systems and controls are operating effectively Leading and managing finance team of 4/5 in UK and oversight for European entities Managing transactional team, overseeing and reviewing sales ledger, purchase ledger, cash posting, credit cards, expenses and all general ledger entries. Responsibility for all Group Entities Preparation of and review of consolidated Management Accounts Stock valuation and reporting, including goods in transit, stock accrual and FX Performance against budget appraisal and reporting Cash flow management Budget preparation Handling VAT, PAYE and Tax duties, including corporation tax. Preparing and completing monthly payroll Responsibility for maintaining statutory records for the business Company Secretarial Liaise with auditors and preparing audit packs Project management of process changes and implementations Experience Required The position requires an experienced FC who comes from a background in SME’s and enjoys working as part of a team culture Minimum of five years’ experience at Financial Controller level, managing a Finance team. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent and background of strong academic results Experience in manufacturing / distribution sector essential Experience of group accounting Extensive experience with foreign purchases, payments, stock valuation and accounting Very strong Excel and IT skills Analytical mind with a strategic ability Strong organisational and leadership skills Attention to detail, highly literate and numerate Ability to communicate with a wide range of personnel

Location: Essex, GB

Posted Date: 4/19/2025