Financial Controller

Finance Manager £60,000 - £70,000 Chester

An opportunity to join a fast growing, dynamic manufacturing business operating in a specialist market. Working closely with an experienced Finance Director, this Finance Manager role is ideally suited to an experienced Accountant looking to take on more leadership responsibilities whilst still remaining 'hands on'.

Main duties consist of;

• Prepare and deliver regular financial reporting
• Maintain and review balance sheet reconciliations
• Support budgeting and business planning processes
• Produce and analyse key performance metrics
• Ensure financial reporting is completed accurately and on time in line with internal standards
• Support cashflow and treasury-related activities
• Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight and guidance
• Contribute to finance-related projects and cross-functional initiatives
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior audiences
• Maintain and improve financial controls and processes
• Support the development of junior team members
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support continuous improvement initiatives

Candidate profile;

• CIMA/ACCA Qualified or QBE
• Prior Management Accounts experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Strategic thinker and ability to work across functions
• High level of attention to detail

Benefits;

• Free parking
• Flexible working hours
• Career progression
• Annual away trips
• Excellent holiday package
• Enhanced pension