
Financial Controller
- Lancaster
- £48,000-50,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collate, review, and submit monthly management reports in line with strict deadlines.
- Own the monthly accounting process - ensuring costs are accurately accrued and correctly coded, and transactions with group companies are properly treated.
- Drive month-end and year-end close, ensuring all processes are completed accurately and on time.
- Reconcile all balance sheet items each month to maintain financial integrity.
- Maintain the fixed asset register with precision.
- Collaborate with operations to ensure project costs and hours are recorded accurately and reconciled to the ledger.
- Support the Head of Finance in developing robust budgets and financial plans.
- Review departmental performance against budget each month and provide insight.
- Provide timely and accurate data to support corporation tax filings, including Patent Box and R&D claims.
- Manage cash outflows and ensure timely, accurate reporting to Head Office.
- Oversee the Accounts Payable function, supporting the team in resolving complex issues and ensuring compliance with processes.
- Mentor and support team members, fostering development and ownership.
- Step in to deputise for the Head of Finance when required, ensuring continuity and leadership presence.
- Ideally ACCA / CIMA Qualified (QBE will be considered with at least 5 years experience in a similar role ideally within a manufacturing environment
- A strong communicator with a keen eye for detail
- Competitive salary up to £50k plus bonus
- Private Health Insurance
- 25 days holiday
- Company Pension
- Hybrid working