Group Financial Controller - Norcros PLC

MDM Resourcing; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Job description

Salary

£Excellent Six Figure Salary + Generous Package + Bonus + LTIP

Location

Wilmslow, Cheshire

Qualifications

ACA

Reference

1681

The Client

Our exclusive retained client, Norcros plc, is a market leader in design-led, sustainable bathroom and kitchen products across the UK, Ireland and South Africa. Norcros has a proven track record of both M&A and organic growth, a portfolio of market-leading brands, and a resilient business model. With a market capitalisation of c£200m, and turnover of c£450m, Norcros’ regional footprint gives their brands and product ranges a range of routes to market.

Key Responsibilities

As Group Financial Controller, you will:

• Lead Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of interim and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Management Reporting:
  • Ensure cyclical reporting processes are produced accurately and on a timely basis, including Snapshot, Final results, Forecasts; Budgeting; Strategic planning.
  • Investigate and challenge variances from budget/forecast.
  • Provide weekly reporting of sales, foreign exchange exposures and cashflows/borrowings.
  • Manage head office companies; Calculate charges under IFRS 2; Process monthly divisional recharges.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with the head office team and build strong relationships with business unit finance teams to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making processes.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of four finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Oversee Tax and Treasury Functions: Ensure compliance with tax regulations, manage treasury operations, and optimize the company's financial position.
• Manage Internal Controls: Develop and maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Professional Qualifications: Be a qualified ACA accountant with strong technical financial reporting skills, particularly under IFRS.
• Experience: Have over five years’ post-qualification experience, (PLC environment preferred but not essential), with a strong controls mindset and background.
• Leadership / Business Partnering Skills: Demonstrate outstanding communication skills, personal gravitas, and experience in managing and developing a team of qualified accountants, as well as confidently interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Technical Expertise: Possess a good understanding of tax, treasury, and consolidation systems, with the ability to handle audits to tight timescales.
• Alignment with Values: Embody Norcros' core values and be committed to working in alignment and partnership.

Norcros stands at the forefront of design, sustainability, quality, and innovation, creating better living for all their stakeholders. The culture of innovation and people-first philosophy ensures a dynamic and inclusive workplace, fostering the creativity and dedication needed to stay ahead in the market. By joining Norcros, you will be aligning with a company that is dedicated to delivering exceptional value. Norcros’ newly launched values are: Care (person, customer and environment); Courage (being bold and challenging status quo); Connections (within the Group) and Common Sense. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly successful NW plc as Group Financial Controller, with excellent opportunities for career progression.