Financial Controller
hace 9 días
Bristol
We are seeking a commercially focused Financial Controller to work closely with the Managing Director, playing a key management role - inputting into the strategic direction and growth of the business, while overseeing day-to-day finance operations. This is a standout opportunity to shape systems, processes and finance strategy and operate with real autonomy and influence. Client Details Our client is an investor-backed SME entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation. The company has achieved rapid organic and acquisitive growth, and recently secured a further multi-million pound investment. Description • Act as a strategic finance business partner to the Managing Director and senior leadership team, providing insight on customer profitability, margins, waste, yield, and operational performance., • Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, including the annual budget, quarterly reforecasts, and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making., • Lead financial reporting and control, delivering flash reports and monthly management accounts to Group within deadlines while ensuring compliance with UK GAAP (FRS 102) and Group accounting policies., • Maintain strong financial governance, including balance sheet control, cash flow management, and oversight of the year-end statutory accounts process in liaison with external auditors., • Develop and maintain robust costing and performance analysis, working with systems and operational teams to improve production efficiency, labour utilisation, cost absorption, and margin performance., • Ensure compliance and governance, overseeing VAT, corporation tax information requests, payroll controls, and supporting Group statutory, tax pack, and company secretarial reporting. A successful Financial Controller should have: • A recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)., • Strong knowledge of financial regulations and accounting standards., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills., • Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail., • Ability to lead and develop a financial team effectively., • Competitive salary ranging from £85,000 to £90,000 per annum., • Bonus scheme., • Generous holiday allowance of 25 days + bank holidays., • Company EV car scheme., • Progression to develop into a Divisional FD role.