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Financial Controller

Job description

Financial Controller

Our client is looking for a skilled Financial Controller to join their dynamic team. The role is critical to the business as it will be responsible for the financial performance within the Fresh Produce business and a leader within the Finance Team.

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide Leadership to the Finance team and support their development plans.

  • Have a strong understanding of Management / Statutory accounting and Cash flow

  • Define and monitor internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures

  • Analyse manufacturing and other variances to the latest projection, forecast, and budget and communicate drivers to management with recommended actions.

  • Partner with and provide insight, analysis, and effective business advice regarding commercial performance, cost management and investment decisions to the Operations, Supply Chain, and NPD leadership team.

  • Challenge the site leadership team to drive financial performance.

  • Identify and flag financial risks and opportunities to management on a timely basis.

  • Work with relevant stakeholders to establish and improve operating processes and performance measurement.

  • Coordinate as required with HR on payroll activity, insurance, pension, and other services.

  • Deliver all planning, budgeting, forecasting, monthly actuals & year-end reporting processes for the site.

  • Lead ad-hoc project work to support a continuous improvement approach to all finance routines.

Required

  • Proven experience in a Finance role in the FMCG industry OR an experianced accountant within practice looking to moving into industry.

  • The ideal candidate would be a ACCA, ACA, or CIMA qualified. However, the client is open to QBE or Part Qualified Candidates

  • An understanding of Dutch Accounting Principles would be benefical

  • Strong financial analysis skills and strategic thinking.

  • Proficient in team management and supervision.

  • Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.

  • In depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.

If you are interested, please apply below, alternatively, contact Angus on 01780 480530 or Angus@morepeople.co.uk