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Financial Controller

Axon Moore

Woodhouses

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to join their team in Oldham. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant to step into a pivotal position, reporting directly to the Finance Director. The company is on the verge of a significant PE transaction, making this a perfect chance for those looking to advance their careers. You will oversee management accounts, cash flow, and team development, while contributing to a performance-driven culture. This role promises not only professional growth but also the chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

  • Must be a fully qualified accountant with strong management accounting skills.
  • Experience in FMCG or manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Provide accurate management accounts and oversee month-end processes.
  • Manage cash flow and present results to non-finance stakeholders.
  • Develop and coach the finance team while identifying spending patterns.

Skills

Management Accounting
Financial Reporting
Cash Flow Management
Team Development
Problem Solving

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)

Job description

Financial Controller | Oldham (3 days in office) | £60-70k | PE Backed


Axon Moore have exclusively partnered with a PE backed FMCG business in Oldham who have created a new role in their team for a number 2 in Finance to report to the FD.


This is an excellent business who plan to go through a PE transaction in the next 3 years, therefore would suit an ambitious qualified accountant looking for career progression.


Responsibilities include:
  1. Provide accurate management accounts in line with the agreed timetable
  2. Oversee all month end processes
  3. Produce regular reports and statistics as required and provide insight to the business
  4. Management of financial stock reporting including reconciliation and provisions
  5. Daily reporting and maintenance of actual performance versus forecast
  6. Managing and overseeing the cash flow of the company including monitoring and control of all payments through bank accounts
  7. Business partner non-finance stakeholders and present results to them in a confident and considered way
  8. Develop and coach the wider team
  9. Identify patterns in company spending and revenue; create and propose solutions to any problem areas
  10. Management of foreign currency and relationships with providers
  11. Promote a performance-based culture to ensure agreed targets are met ensuring performance reviews are conducted

Ideal candidate:
  1. Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
  2. FMCG/Manufacturing experience is desirable not essential
  3. Solid experience of running a small finance and accounts department in a similar sized organisation

Please apply to this advert for immediate consideration or contact Danny Kay at Axon Moore.

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