Financial Controller

Posted 11 days 11 hours ago by Butler Rose

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Devon, Plymouth, United Kingdom, PL1 1
Job Description

Butler Rose is exclusively recruiting a Financial Controller for a growing and highly respected business in the Plymouth area.

Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a key leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, financial reporting, cash flow management and the delivery of commercial insight to support strategic decision-making. You'll also play an important role in a number of business improvement initiatives, including the implementation of a new ERP system

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare monthly management accounts and year-end statutory accounts
  • Analyse financial performance, margins, variances and trends
  • Develop and manage detailed multi-currency cash flow forecasts
  • Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes
  • Review and analyse product costings, identifying opportunities for cost reduction
  • Ensure compliance with PAYE, VAT, pension, insurance and statutory reporting requirements
  • Manage relationships with overseas subsidiaries, accountants, banks and advisors
  • Oversee sales ledger, credit control and income maximisation activities
  • Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring efficient and effective financial operations
  • Support the implementation and ongoing development of a new ERP system
  • Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and controls
About You
  • Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a senior finance role within a manufacturing or engineering environment is desirable
  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse complex financial data and present findings clearly
  • Proven leadership and team management experience
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Highly organised with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join an ambitious and growing organisation where you can make a genuine impact on business performance and future success.

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package which includes private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.