Financial Controller

Well established North Leeds based family business with a fantastic reputation require an experienced Financial Controller to support the next stage of their development.

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of the business, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting together with effective financial controls across the organisation. Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and associated financial reporting.
• Leading the budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management processes.
• Ensuring robust financial controls and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Managing the year-end audit process and liaising with external auditors and advisers.
• Overseeing payroll, VAT, tax and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team, ensuring high levels of performance and engagement.
• Producing meaningful financial analysis to support commercial decision making.
• Working closely with senior management to provide financial insight and support strategic business initiatives.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements across finance systems and procedures.
• Supporting the continued growth of the business through the delivery of high-quality financial information and commercial guidance.

Ideally you will be CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with previous experience operating at Financial Controller level within a commercial environment. Strong technical accounting skills, coupled with the ability to lead and develop a finance function, are essential. Exposure within an IT, engineering or manufacturing environment would be advantageous, although candidates from other commercial backgrounds will also be considered.

This position offers an excellent salary and benefits package together with the opportunity to play a key role within a successful and well-established organisation. It represents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional seeking a broad, commercially focused and rewarding leadership role within a supportive and progressive business.