Financial Controller

Hays are working with a growing SME to recruit a Financial Controller on a permanent basis.

Your new company
Working exclusively with Hays, a growing SME is looking to recruit a Financial Controller on a permanent basis to be based from their office in Bristol.

Your new role
Reporting into the CEO, we are looking for a capable, financially and commercially driven Controller that come take ownership of the finance function and help support the Senior Leadership team, shaping decision-making. This is a key role for the business, and you will be required to:

• Own day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate accounting and strong controls
• Deliver month-end and year-end accounts and take a lead with external auditors.
• Manage cashflow forecasting, fixed assets and bank reconciliations
• Manage and oversee monthly payroll, annual budgeting and assist with year-end accounts.
• Take the lead on projects such as ERP migrations and working across internal teams and external consultants.
• Ensure costs are maintained, analysed and challenged.
• Act as a commercial partner to the senior leadership team, providing insight that will support in decision-making and provide financial insight into pricing and strategy.

What you'll need to succeed
We are ideally looking for a qualified accountant but could consider a candidate that is QBE. We are ideally looking for candidates that have experience in manufacturing or FMCG and who are technically strong with experience in a financial leadership position. SAP experience would be beneficial along with strong Excel / IT skills.

What you'll get in return
This is a good opportunity to join a well-established business, taking ownership of the finance function. You will get the opportunity to form part of the Senior Leadership team with the ability to contribute to strategic decision-making.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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