Crawley | Up to £70,000 + Benefits
With continued investment, ambitious growth plans and a commitment to developing its people, our client is preparing to appoint a Financial Controller into a newly created position which will play a key role in supporting the next phase of the company's development.
This successful privately owned business has built an excellent reputation within its sector and is recognised for its warm and supportive culture, approachable leadership team and long-serving employees. As the business continues to grow, this newly created role offers the opportunity to join at an exciting stage of its journey and play a key role in shaping the finance function for the future.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will oversee the finance function whilst providing both strategic and operational financial leadership. Alongside managing a small finance team, you will lead several key projects including the implementation of a new accounting system and the continued development of financial controls and reporting.
Why Apply?
Newly created Financial Controller position
Salary up to £70,000 plus benefits
21 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Christmas bonus
Dedicated on-site parking
Primarily office-based, providing regular interaction with the leadership team
Growing privately owned business with ambitious plans
Warm and supportive working environment
Opportunity to lead systems and process improvement projects
Significant exposure to commercial decision-making
Long-term career development opportunities
Key Responsibilities
Ownership of the monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting
Production of insightful financial reporting to support business decision-making
Management of VAT, payroll, statutory compliance and relationships with external advisers
Supporting operational teams with margin analysis, pricing decisions and commercial reporting
Oversight of inventory accounting, stock valuation and financial controls relating to stock holdings
Leading the implementation of a new accounting system and ongoing process improvements
Supporting strategic projects and business growth initiatives
Managing and developing a small finance team whilst acting as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team
About You
ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar senior finance role
Strong financial reporting and management accounting experience
Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, distribution, wholesale or similar product-based environment would be highly beneficial
Exposure to inventory accounting, stock valuation and margin analysis
Strong systems and process improvement experience
Commercially aware with the ability to influence decision-making
Comfortable operating at both a strategic and hands-on level
Positive and approachable management style
The Opportunity
Opportunities such as this rarely become available within businesses of this nature. The successful candidate will join a profitable and growing organisation where finance is valued, leadership is accessible and individual contribution is genuinely recognised.
This is far more than a traditional Financial Controller position. It offers the opportunity to help shape the future of the finance function, influence key business decisions and play an active role in the company's continued growth and success.
If you are seeking a position where you can make a visible impact, enjoy genuine autonomy and work closely with an experienced leadership team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Location: Based in Crawley this Financial Controller role is commutable from Redhill, Reigate, Horsham, Horley, East Grinstead and surrounding areas. Please note this is largely office based.
Please contact Fletcher George at your earliest convenience for a confidential discussion. Interviews are expected to commence soon and we anticipate a high level of interest in this opportunity.
Applicants should have the right to work in the UK.
Salary and benefits package will be discussed in confidence by Fletcher George.
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Salary description
£65000.00 - £70000.00 per year