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Halliday Marx have embarked on a Retained Assignment to hire an exceptional Financial Controller to join a highly ambitious and rapidly scaling Manufacturting business. Financial Controller Location: St Albans Salary: £85,000–£95,000 (DOE) Looking to join a business at a pivotal stage of growth and transformation? Following a merger the company is expected to treble in size within 2-3 years through both organic growth and strategic acquisition. This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced finance professional ready to take genuine ownership of the day-to-day finance function, with the commercial capability and ambition to grow into a Finance Director as the group scales. The Opportunity Reporting to the Managing Director and working alongside the CFO, the Financial Controller will have full ownership of the operational finance function across the group, overseeing two accounts team members. You will play a key role in ERP optimisation, finance process improvement, reporting improvements, and business integration, in a company where finance is a genuine strategic partner to growth. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of day-to-day finance Accurate and timely monthly management information Cash flow forecasting, working capital management and financial planning Driving ERP consolidation and finance process improvement Leading automation initiatives and identifying opportunities to leverage AI in a modern finance and accounting tech stack Genuine business partnering with operational, engineering and commercial teams Managing and developing finance and accounts staff Supporting the Managing Director with tailored management information Strengthening controls and finance infrastructure as the group scales Manufacturing & Operational Finance A strong manufacturing or engineering background is desirable. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience of WIP reporting and controls, bills of materials, manufacturing costing and margin analysis, sales order flow through ERP systems, inventory and stock reporting, and multi-site operational finance. You will be equally comfortable on the shop floor and in the boardroom and powerful communication skills are highly desirable. The Candidate You are likely an experienced Financial Controller or Finance Manager from a manufacturing or engineering environment, technically strong across reporting, forecasting and controls, and commercially minded. You will be experienced with ERP systems — ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central — and a proven driver of automation and process improvement. Ambition to develop, learn and progress to Finance Director as principal commercial lead within the business is desirable. Location & Working Pattern The role is based in St Albans with occasional travel between this and other locations. One to two remote working days per week are available but preference is for a leadership candidate that likes to be surrounded by their team and involved in day to day decisions.

A leading organisation is seeking a Financial Controller to join their finance team based in Hemel Hempstead. This role offers an exciting opportunity for you to play a pivotal part in shaping financial strategy and supporting business growth, with a focus on high-quality management accounting and advanced financial planning. You will enjoy flexible working arrangements, including three days office-based, and a competitive salary of £75,000. What you'll do: As Financial Controller you will be at the heart of the finance function-partnering closely with commercial teams to optimise business performance through insightful analysis. Your day-to-day will involve managing month-end processes with precision; producing detailed management accounts; overseeing transactional finance operations; monitoring cash flow; supporting budgeting cycles; conducting scenario modelling; resolving system discrepancies; enhancing reporting tools; ensuring compliance; assisting audits; handling credit control; processing ledgers; managing assets; administering purchase orders; covering other accounting functions when needed. Success in this role means leveraging your analytical skills to deliver reliable information that informs strategic decisions while nurturing collaborative relationships across departments. You will champion continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies in systems and processes-ensuring transparency throughout all financial operations. • Manage the month end close process ensuring accurate and timely production of management accounts including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements., • Deliver comprehensive variance analysis that explains key performance drivers and impacts, continuously improving reporting clarity and relevance for stakeholders., • Support annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range planning processes by developing robust financial models and scenario analyses to assess risks, opportunities, and investment decisions., • Act as a trusted finance business partner to heads of departments and budget holders by executing performance analysis on pricing, cost management, profitability, and investment appraisal., • Assist the Finance Director with internal and external information requests while maintaining strong financial control and compliance across organisational resources., • Monitor and analyse cash flow and working capital drivers, supporting initiatives to optimise cash generation and resource allocation through forward-looking cash forecasts., • Oversee demand management activities within supply chain sales demand forecasting, active inventory management, stock control, timely supply chain stock ordering, and maintenance of accurate material data., • Identify data discrepancies between systems and resolve them efficiently while improving finance processes, tools, and planning systems to enhance efficiency and insight., • Drive standardisation and automation of finance reporting while supporting SAP ERP system maintenance and development for enhanced financial operations., • Ensure compliance with internal policies and standards by supporting audit processes, maintaining integrity of financial data, documenting procedures relevant to internal controls, debt collection/credit control, general ledger processing accounting, purchase ledger processing accounting, sales ledger processing accounting, fixed asset accounting, administrator duties for purchase order system and online expenses function. What you bring: The ideal Financial Controller brings extensive experience in management accounting combined with advanced knowledge of financial planning. Your background includes graduate-level education in finance or business complemented by strong A level results. Professional qualifications such as CIMA are highly regarded alongside at least five years' post-qualification experience in similar roles. You possess exceptional communication abilities-both written and verbal-enabling you to connect effectively across departments. Your proficiency in MS Office ensures seamless reporting while your analytical mindset allows you to interpret complex data accurately. You thrive in collaborative environments where teamwork is celebrated; you take personal responsibility for your actions; embrace open feedback; support others' development; adapt flexibly to change; drive improvements through smart risk-taking. Your interpersonal skills foster trust among colleagues as you contribute positively towards achieving organisational goals. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

As Stock Controller, you will work together with our Ops Team, reporting to the Purchasing Manager and Management team, and will take responsibility for the daily/weekly planning of stock replenishment and stock rotation.

Inventory Management ·Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple locations ·Conduct regular stock audits and cycle counts ·Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective actions ·Monitor aged, excess and obsolete stock ·Manage reorder points, safety stock levels and lead time

Stock & Inventory Controller Location: Hemel Hempstead Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 Hours: Full Time | Permanent | Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) 9.00 am to 5.30 pm occasional weekends for stock taking The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Stock & Inventory Controller to join a leading global technology business that delivers innovative digital transformation solutions within hospitality, retail and quick service restaurant brands. This is a pivotal role within the Supply Chain team, responsible for managing inventory, forecasting demand, coordinating logistics and ensuring stock availability across a fast paced operational environment. Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and international manufacturing partners, you will play a key role in maintaining service levels and supporting customer delivery requirements. Key Responsibilities: Inventory Management ·Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple locations ·Conduct regular stock audits and cycle counts ·Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective actions ·Monitor aged, excess and obsolete stock ·Manage reorder points, safety stock levels and lead times ·Ensure adherence to inventory control best practices including FIFO Forecasting & Demand Planning: ·Analyse customer forecasts and demand trends ·Support inventory planning and stock modelling activities ·Monitor forecast accuracy and recommend improvements ·Work closely with Sales and Purchasing teams to optimise stock availability Logistics & Supply Chain Operations: ·Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities ·Manage purchase orders, sales orders, invoicing and goods receipt processes ·Support import and export activities and ensure compliance with regulations ·Resolve delivery and logistics issues in a timely manner ·Deputise for the Supply Chain Manager when required Stakeholder & Supplier Management: ·Act as a key point of contact for internal teams, suppliers and customers ·Build strong relationships with logistics partners and manufacturers ·Monitor supplier performance and address operational issues ·Support commercial discussions including pricing, discounts and rebates Reporting & Analysis: ·Maintain accurate data within Sage or ERP systems ·Produce inventory and supply chain reports ·Track key performance indicators including stock accuracy, inventory turnover and service levels ·Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings ·Provide meaningful insights through data analysis and reporting About You: To be successful in this role, you will have: ·Proven experience in stock control, inventory management or supply chain operations ·Strong understanding of inventory management principles including stock accuracy, safety stock ·Experience using ERP or inventory management systems ·Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups and data analysis ·Power BI experience ·Strong analytical and problem solving skills ·Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities ·The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure ·High attention to detail and strong organisational skills Desirable Experience: ·Sage 200 or similar ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or NetSuite ·Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) ·Demand planning or S&OP exposure What's in it for you? ·Join a growing global technology business ·Work with internationally recognised brands ·Varied and challenging role with genuine career development opportunities ·Collaborative and supportive team environment ·Opportunity to influence supply chain performance and business success Additional Information: ·25 days plus bank holidays ·Free on site parking ·Company bonus based on individual performance and company ·Pension ·Gym allowance ·Eye testing ·Kitchen and break out area ·Employee assistance programme If you are an experienced Stock Controller, Inventory Controller or Supply Chain professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, advertised by SMT Recruitment (Smart10 Ltd), acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within three working days if you are shortlisted. SMT Recruitment is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy providing temporary, contract, and permanent recruitment solutions across selected business sectors. To stay up to date with our latest opportunities, please visit our website, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to SMT's Privacy Policy for details on how we manage your data