Interim Financial Controller
6 days ago
Skelmersdale
Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a well-established, private equity owned, manufacturing business who are seeking to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join the organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. Based in Skelmersdale, you will work a hybrid model with 3 days per week in the office and 2 days from home. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance leader to join a successful and highly respected business, taking ownership of the finance function whilst partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Salary/Benefits: • £75,000-£85,000, • 12-month fixed-term contract (Maternity Cover), • Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days home), • Skelmersdale location, • Exclusive opportunity through Accountable Recruitment, • Senior leadership exposure with broad operational responsibility Job Duties: • Lead the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting., • Produce monthly management accounts, board reporting packs, KPI reporting and performance analysis., • Maintain and develop robust financial controls, processes and governance frameworks., • Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are completed, reviewed and accurately maintained., • Monitor manufacturing performance, margins, operational costs and profitability., • Oversee product costing, labour efficiency reporting, overhead recovery and variance analysis., • Manage stock accounting, inventory valuation and stock control processes., • Prepare annual budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans., • Produce and maintain rolling cashflow forecasts and monitor working capital performance., • Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring delivery of key objectives and continuous improvement., • Manage VAT returns, statutory reporting requirements and wider compliance obligations., • Lead the year-end audit process and act as the key contact for external auditors and advisors., • Oversee payroll processes, ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements., • Provide commercial insight and financial support to operational and leadership teams., • Act as a trusted business partner, supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation. Who will I report in to? Chief Financial Officer When will interviews be taking place? Interviews will be taking place as soon as possible, with the successful candidate expected to support a structured handover period. Ideal Experience: • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant., • Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Head of Finance or Senior Finance Manager., • Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment., • Strong management accounting, financial reporting and financial controls experience., • Demonstrable experience of budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management., • Strong understanding of stock accounting, inventory management, costing and margin analysis., • Experience managing audits, VAT compliance and statutory reporting requirements., • Previous leadership experience with responsibility for developing and managing finance teams., • Strong ERP systems experience and advanced Excel skills., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced environment., • Strong commercial awareness with a proactive mindset and focus on continuous improvement. JBRP1_UKTJ