Finance Controller

About the role

A client of 2i Recruit is looking for an experienced, hands-on Finance Controller to take full responsibility for the accounting function across a multi-company organisation. You will lead a small finance team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, keeping the business financially healthy through accurate reporting, strong controls and sound financial management.

Key responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for accounting functions, financial records and reporting, and lead month-end processes, financial reporting, forecasting and analysis
• Produce monthly management accounts, ad hoc board reports, monthly sales reports and year-end figures, liaising with external auditors, HMRC and regulators
• Maintain accurate accounting and payroll records, and oversee cash management so payments and receipts are processed on time
• Prepare VAT returns, administer deferred VAT and import duty accounts, and prepare R&D tax claims and support Patent Box requirements
• Reconcile bank accounts, maintain multi-currency nominal ledgers and fixed asset registers, and review depreciation journals
• Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger operations, including credit control and debt collection, and calculate and approve quarterly bonus and commission
• Work with operational departments on financial data flowing from Sage Manufacturing modules

Required profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Minimum of 10 years' experience managing an accounts department or finance team
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership skills and proven ability to meet strict deadlines in a hands-on finance role

Required skills

• Strong financial reporting, forecasting and management accounting experience
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Sage 200 Manufacturing experience desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of R&D tax claims and Patent Box legislation advantageous

What we offer

• Salary of £70,000 - £90,000 per annum depending on experience
• Permanent position with 30 days annual leave including Bank Holidays and Christmas closure
• Twice-yearly bonus scheme and annual salary review in April
• Workplace pension under auto-enrolment rules and significant progression opportunities