Financial Controller Lead
4 days ago
About the Role
At SmartSourcing plc, we are seeking an experienced Financial Controller Lead to lead our Finance department and support our Finance Director. As a key member of our team, you will handle financial reporting and analysis, contributing to strategic decision-making while enjoying autonomy to improve and streamline the finance function.
The successful candidate will initially work onsite 5 days per week for at least the first year, allowing them full opportunity to coach and develop the existing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage working capital components, including cash flow, debtors, and currency management, maintaining accurate accounting records and financial systems.
- Monitor and report on performance against budgets and forecasts, with particular attention to Gross Margin analysis, drilling down into product and customer performance.
- Lead project-based section reporting, ensuring weekly updates on progress, revenue, and costs.
- Review month-end balance sheet reconciliation and control accounts.
- Actively manage overheads, seeking efficiencies and savings where possible.
- Deliver daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial performance reports as appropriate.
Requirements
- CIMA qualified.
- Similar level role in a manufacturing SME environment.
- Sound working knowledge of Sage 50 (with potential move to Sage 200).
- MS Excel Advanced.
- Hard working, robust, and diligent with high energy levels, up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations, commercial business awareness, and excellent communication skills.
Benefits
- Annual profit share bonus.
- Enhanced contributory pension scheme.
- 33 days annual leave.
- Competitive salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum.
Why this role?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant team dedicated to innovation and growth. You will thrive in a role where your contributions directly impact the Company's success. If you're ready for a challenging role with growth potential, please apply now.
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