Senior Financial Controller – Manufacturing

at  Counted Recruitment

ABOUT THE BUSINESS

An opportunity to be a Financial Controller for a large electronics manufacturing international company based in Alvechurch, with strong growth potential and a heavy commitment to employee culture. The company prioritises investing in employees progression and development, believing their people are their greatest asset. As a Financial Controller, you will work closely with plant management, acting as a key business partner to ensure critical performance metrics are met. This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a growing and impactful finance team that operates across the entire group.

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As a Financial Controller, your main duties include:

• Act as an integral part of the Finance and Management team, providing financial support and control to the plant.
• Take responsibility for all aspects of corporate and internal reporting, ensuring adherence to deadlines, financial accuracy, and completeness.
• Oversee and complete month-end processes, including variance analysis.
• Report on plant performance (actuals, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis) using financial systems.
• Prepare and present budgets and forecasts for profit and loss, cash flow, and the balance sheet.
• Manage and lead the local Finance team.
• Oversee key KPIs such as Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ageing, driving improvements and efficiencies.
• Lead continuous improvements to financial controls and other operational processes.
• Handle reporting for judgemental reserves, accrued liabilities, and SOX testing reviews, presenting findings to senior finance leadership.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and reviews.
• Calculate and provide for warranty exposure.
• Perform product profitability analysis and reviews.
• Work closely with external auditors for year-end and interim audits, as well as internal audit reviews.
• Review and sign off on headcount.
• Review, maintain, and implement internal controls, including quarterly SOX testing.
• Develop direct reports, supporting both their personal and professional development, and contribute to succession planning.
• Manage two annual stocktakes.
• Carry out ad hoc tasks as required.