Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Company Overview:

A leading manufacturer of technically advanced and intelligent power amplifiers that support activities in the dynamic, multi domain integration of Electronic Warfare environments.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Financial Controller to support the effective running of the finance function, working closely with the Finance Director.

The role will involve leading on the delivery of core finance processes and outputs (with support from the Finance Director), including (but not limited to):

·        Supplier payment processing and ledger posting

·        Customer invoicing and cash receipt posting

·        Monthly management accounts preparation

·        Maintaining and improving financial controls and processes

·        Payroll

There may also be work involved supporting on:

·        Financial audit workstreams

·        Purchasing/Stock Management

·        Budgeting/Forecasting

·        Board and Senior Management Reporting

This is a broad and varied role that requires a high degree of flexibility. We are looking for someone who is comfortable getting involved across different areas of the business and is keen to play a key role in a high-growth, private equity-backed manufacturing company.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine desire to work in a supportive and team-oriented environment.

Minimum requirements:

·        Nationality must be one of the NATO countries

·        Must be able to obtain BPSS clearance

·        Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA/ or equivalent)

·        Accounting work experience

·        Strong technical accounting knowledge

·        Knowledge of accounting software and how to produce management accounts

·        Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

·        Microsoft Excel skills

·        Strong communication and team working skills

·        Role model behaviours with a positive impact on business culture

·        Worked in a manufacturing or engineering environment (desirable)

·        Experience working in a high-growth, small to medium-sized business (desirable)

·        Experience working in a private equity-backed business (desirable)

·        Experience improving financial processes and system (desirable)

Location : Ross on Wye

Hours : Full-time, 8.30am–5pm, Monday to Friday.

We’d ideally like someone working 5 days a week, but would consider 4 days for the right candidate

Reporting to : Finance Director

Salary : Dependent on experience