£40m Manufacturing client based in Rochdale are looking for a new Financial Controller (reporting to MD)

This well established and market leading business, based near Rochdale, is searching for a new Financial Controller to join their team. 

They require a full time Financial Controller to report to the Managing Director and to become an integral member of their management team. You will be responsible for the day to day Accounts for the business (approx £40m turnover). You will manage a team of 3 other members of the finance team.

This is a very hands on role, which requires a candidate with a can do attitude and a strong background in accountancy now looking for the next long term step in their career.

• Closely supporting and working alongside Managing Director
• Quality, relevant financial reporting
• Responsibility for the day to day finance functions including receivables, payables, payroll, VAT, company secretarial
• Management of 3 accounts team
• Cash/working capital management and reporting
• Drive the financial planning of the company including budget preparation (single and multi-year), presentation and completion, liaising with departmental personnel as necessary
• Financial risk assessment and management
• Performance against budget appraisal and reporting
• Commercial contract negotiations
• KPI reporting
• Financial appraisal of project opportunities and strategic considerations
  
• Management of year end
• Management of key relationships relevant to the financial operations of the business

• Fully Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA desirable but QBE considered
• Experience in manufacturing / distribution sector
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
  
• Attention to detail, highly literate and numerate
• Strong written, and verbal, communication skills
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of personnel