Your new company

In 2017, this business was acquired by an international group who have since heavily invested in the site with state-of-the-art facilities. Over the past 6 years, the company has gone through rapid growth and is a leader in its industry. To support this and planned future growth, they are looking for a Financial Controller.

Your new role

Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role will lead to all things finance. Along with the management of a small team, this will include:

• Produce long-term plans, budgets and forecasts to map and analyse the performance of the company
• Ensure standardised controls are in place across the site
• Manage all weekly, monthly and annual financial reporting, management accounts and continually look for efficiencies to speed up processes.
• Monitor cashflow and currency requirements
• Support year-end audit processes
• Monitor and analyse costs and KPIs against budget
• Develop new systems and processes whilst business partners with sites and leadership teams

What you'll need to succeed

We are looking for a qualified accountant with good technical experience. We would also consider someone that is part qualified or QBE with relevant management experience. We are looking for a strong people leader that has experience in a transactional environment. It would be beneficial to have manufacturing or FMCG experience or have experience with stock. Additionally, you should have a good understanding of various IT systems and good MS Excel is essential.

What you'll get in return

This is a friendly, global business with a small company feel and state-of-the-art facilities. This is a great opportunity to be part of a business with a great culture and exciting growth plans, supported by a large international group. The site is based just north of the Tyne and does require someone to be on site 5 days per week.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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