Job type
PermanentLocation
WiganWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
up to £75,000
Financial Controller | Wigan | Permanent Full-Time | up to £75,000 DOE
A highly skilled Plant Finance Controller to lead financial operations at a manufacturing site. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and relevance of financial indicators and management tools, providing insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making and operational control.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Lead the preparation and monitoring of the plant's operating budget, coordinating inputs across departments.
- Oversee the Annual Investment Plan (AIP), including contract management and investment profitability analysis.
- Forecast future P&L performance and monitor weekly spend against budget.
- Prepare management accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Analyze profitability by customer and product.
Costing & Controls
- Define and update standard costs (e.g., hourly rates, raw materials).
- Ensure accurate pricing and quotation processes through collaboration with other departments.
- Supervise budgetary control processes and monitor action plans.
- Analyze customer credit risk and make informed decisions.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations (tax, labour, accounting).
- Manage company insurance policies.
- Liaise with internal and external auditors, ensuring timely and accurate information delivery.
- Uphold internal regulations and Group Policies on Equal Opportunities, Environment, Health & Safety, and Quality.
Team Leadership & Development
- Develop and implement training plans for direct reports.
- Conduct annual performance reviews and define development action plans.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and team growth.
Key skills and Requirements
- Health and Safety
- Client Orientation
- Teamwork
- Self-control
- Analytical Thinking
- Innovation / Initiative
- Impact and Influence
- People management and development
- Strategic Vision
Benefits
You will be joining a growing and well-established manufacturing business on a permanent basis, salary up to £75,000 depending on experience, plus 15% bonus and 4.5% pension. Plus, additional benefits to be discussed.
