Reed Finance are working with a York based manufacturer in the search for their next Financial Controller. You will report directly to the MD and will be a key strategic sounding board for them in driving the business forward. Great role for someone who wants to manage a small finance team, be hands on with special projects and work closely with the manufacturing team.

Key responsibilities:

• Production of periodic financial and operational reports, maintenance of an appropriate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets.
• As a member of the Senior Management Team, responsible for implementing the strategy set by the Board.
• Oversee the operations of the accounting department
• Implement KPIs for the finance department, including cash control and other key financial
• measures.
• Manage the relationship with the bank and other finance partners.
• Act as a business partner to other functions and provide appropriate support where necessary.
• Co-ordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit.
• Monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants.
• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of company operations.
• Responsible for all insurance matters.
• Produce monthly management information within agreed time limits.
• Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics.
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts.
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management.
• Provide a system of management cost reports.
• Provide financial analysis as required, particularly in relation to capital investments, pricing
• decisions, and contract negotiations.
• Review operating costs across the Company and offer suggestions for cost savings.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Ideally previous experience gained in the manufacturing sector
• Strong cost control background
• Evidence of strategic input
• Business partnering experience within an SME
• Qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA