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Financial Controller

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Telford, Shropshire

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Your new company 
I am excited to be working with a Shropshire-based manufacturing organisation who pride themselves on delivering high‑quality, precision‑manufactured products to businesses. As a focused and technologically advanced operation, they are driven by innovation, continuous investment, and operational efficiency.Their advanced technology enables streamlined, high‑performance production, supported by a lean structure and agile processes that allow them to move quickly and operate with accuracy.While they operate largely behind the scenes, their work is reflected in the products consumers see on retail shelves. Your new role 
As the Financial Lead, you'll take full ownership of the finance function, playing a pivotal role in driving performance and shaping the business. You'll oversee all aspects of financial management, from leading robust processes, systems, and controls (including risk management), to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data across ledgers, fixed assets, stock, and cash flow.This is a high-impact role where you'll lead the delivery of statutory, management, regulatory, and government reporting, while also taking charge of budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning. You'll act as the key point of contact for audits, confidently liaising with external stakeholders and ensuring best-in-class compliance.

Lead and manage the transactional finance team (AP, AR, cash, bank, GL)
Ensure robust financial controls, processes, and system effectiveness
Maintain statutory compliance and financial reporting obligations
Oversee company taxation (VAT, Corporation Tax, R&D, Customs & Excise)
Manage treasury, cash flow, and banking relationships
Deliver budgeting, forecasting, and MI reporting
Produce statutory accounts and manage audit processes
Drive process improvements and finance system implementations
Oversee balance sheet integrity and reconciliations
Manage fixed assets and capital allowances
What you'll need to succeed 

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
5-10 years experience in a similar finance role
GL and Balance sheet reconciliations
Advanced Excel Skills
Financial controls & risk management
Great attention to detail.
Strong communication skills across all levels
Approachable and flexible.
process improvement What you'll get in return 

Clear career progression pathway
pension contribution
Health & Life assurance
Health Cash Plan, tech schemes and many more. What you need to do now 

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