Job Type:PermanentSalary:£70,000-£80,000 per annum (plus bonus)Location:MalvernHours:Mon-Fri (8.30-5)

Your new companyHays Senior Finance are supporting a well-established FMCG business in the Worcestershire area with the recruitment of a Financial Controller on a permanent basis. Our client is a leading supplier of innovative and high-quality food products to major retailers and customers across the UK and internationally.

Your new roleAs Financial Controller, you will lead the finance function and provide robust financial oversight, drive process improvements and support strategic decision-making across the business.

Key duties:

• Manage the finance team, ensuring a high performance culture
• Weekly and monthly operational reporting and KPI development
• Oversee year-end audit and statutory accounts filing
• Maintain strong financial controls, identifying and implementing improvements
• Lead on budgeting, forecasting and long-term business planning
• Provide insight and analysis to key stakeholders to drive commercial decision-making
• Ad hoc project work as required

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant (ACA preferred but ACCA/CIMA considered)
• Strong post-qualification experience in a similar leadership role (Financial Controller or equivalent)
• FMCG/manufacturing background
• Track record in developing and delivering effective business partnering
• Curious mindset with the ability to implement change in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent leadership skills with experience of managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Highly proficient with ERP systems (SAP highly advantageous)

What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £80,000 per annum and the chance to join a local, market-leading business. This role offers broad exposure and is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking and driven individual to influence and shape the financial direction of a growing organisation. Additional benefits include a financial bonus scheme (after probation), 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), private medical insurance and health cash plan, life assurance and pension. You will be predominantly based in the office, but one day WFH can be offered.

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