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Financial Controller / Head of Finance - Excellent Opportunity!

Sector:Accountancy

Region : South East England

Location: Grays

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

Job Ref.: 26055488

Job Information

We are currently working with an established SME within the manufacturing industry and assisting them with the recruitment of an experienced Financial Controller / Head of Finance.

Reporting into the MD the role will be responsible for the finance function, managing all aspects of financial reporting and control. As No1 in finance the role will also be involved with other areas of the business, such as HR, operational and commercial aspects.

For this role it is essential that candidates have experience working for fast-paced SME's and are used to working in a broad and hands on role. Manufacturing or Construction industry experience is most desired. Key duties and responsibilities will include;

•Managing a team of 6 people, including all day to day management, training, development, recruitment and HR duties
•Providing monthly accounts summary for the MD - company performance, cashflow, variances, profitability ect
•Overseeing the management accounts - budgeting, forecasting, cashflow, P&L analysis and balance sheet
•Attending debt review meetings and cash management- supporting sales and commercial teams
•Preparation of year-end accounting and liaison with the auditors
•Supporting the MD and working on strategic, commercial and operational areas
•Overseeing day to day accounting - AP, AR, Credit Control, Payroll, account reconciliation ect
•Liaison with professional bodies including the bank, insurance policies and auditors

For this role it is essential that candidates are fully qualified ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA and have proven experience working in a similar role.

This is a broad role encompassing Finance, HR and Operations, so candidates will need to have similar experience working for an SME and reporting direct into MD level.

Excellent opportunity working for a successful and growing organisation, within a broad finance role.

Immediate need- please apply on-line for more information and a consultant will be in touch