Financial Controller

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.