Financial Controller

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Financial Controller Opportunity - Basildon, Essex + £Competitive + bens including

Your new company Our client is a privately owned, award-winning company specialising in the design, manufacture, and build of innovative solutions that have set new standards internationally.

Their strong and successful track record reflects the passion and talent of the team, as well as their reputation for delivering exceptional quality and consistently achieving outstanding reliability and performance.
Your new role A Financial Controller is being sought to lead the finance function and play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation's strategic growth. This is a "hands-on" position responsible for day-to-day accounting, monthly and annual reporting, and acting as a business partner to Department Heads and the Board. The role also involves driving improvements in processes, controls, and systems to ensure the finance function is robust and scalable.
Key Responsibilities

Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns

Oversee sales invoicing (with support from Accounts Assistant)

Complete month-end reconciliations and prepare management accounts with variance analysis

Maintain short-term cash flow forecasts (weekly) and purchase ledger forecasts (monthly)

Prepare long-term cash flow projections and annual P&L forecasts

Liaise with external accountants for year-end statutory accounts and corporation tax filings

Handle company secretarial duties

Support commercial teams with quotations for new contracts

Analyse machine shop timesheets for accurate component costing

Calculate year-end stock provisions

Cost products using ERP system and Excel

Handle bills of materials

Provide data for annual insurance renewals and complete government statistical surveys

Key Behaviours & Values

Putting the customer first

Working as one team

Can do approach

Takes responsibility & accountability

Open to change and new ideas

Respectful of others

What you'll need to succeed

ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of management accounts, budgeting, and variance analysis

Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills

Familiarity with costing bills of materials and manufacturing processes

A proactive mindset with a keen interest in IT and process improvement

What you'll get in return

The opportunity to join a successful organisation with strong investment and growth opportunities.

A very competitive salary plus benefits which include:

Pension 5% match

Holidays 25 days plus 8 Bank Holidays, with 2-3 days to be saved for the Christmas shut down

Flexible start and finish times

Professional accountancy membership fees and CPD

Excellent opportunity for mentoring and development in the role

What you need to do now
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