Finance Controller

Location: Bristol, BS15
Job Role: Finance Controller
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am-5.00pm & Friday 8.30am-4.00pm
Salary: £40k-£45k per annum DOE
Role Type: Permanent

gap personnel acting as an employment business are currently recruiting a Finance Controller for a manufacturing business, based in Bristol, BS15. As a Financial Controller, you will be working with our client’s manufacturing facilities in the UK. As a controller, you will report directly to the management, and liaise closely with the company’s Financial Controller and UK auditor(s), consultant and payroll team. You will work independently to a large extent. This position involves important tasks such as preparing the various monthly reports, preparing the year-end closing and preparing the file for the audit.  You will also be involved in preparing and analysing financial reports.

Responsibilities:

To oversee all financial activities within the manufacturing business
Support the finance team in managing day-to-day financial operations
Ensure accurate financial records, and helping maintain efficient financial processes to support production and business performance
Prepare and analysing financial reports
Preparation of quarterly VAT returns and submission to HMRC
Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting standards
Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports
Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
Liaise with external accountants to assist with preparation of year end accounts
Reporting imports and exports financial information
Requirements:

Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Previous experience in a finance or accounts role (preferably in manufacturing)
Experience with ERP systems
Excellent communication skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong knowledge of accounting principles
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerBI
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organisational and time management skills
Benefits of work:

Early Friday finish
Flexible working to earn up to 12 days additional holiday
Free Parking
Private Health Care cash plan
Flexible working arrangements
If you are interested, please get in touch on (phone number removed) or click Apply now