Finance Controller

Location: Bristol, BS15
Job Role: Finance Controller
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am-5.00pm & Friday 8.30am-4.00pm
Salary: £40k-£45k per annum DOE
Role Type: Permanent

gap personnel acting as an employment business are currently recruiting a Finance Controller for a manufacturing business, based in Bristol, BS15. As a Financial Controller, you will be working with our client’s manufacturing facilities in the UK. As a controller, you will report directly to the management, and liaise closely with the company’s Financial Controller and UK auditor(s), consultant and payroll team. You will work independently to a large extent. This position involves important tasks such as preparing the various monthly reports, preparing the year-end closing and preparing the file for the audit.  You will also be involved in preparing and analysing financial reports.

Responsibilities:

• To oversee all financial activities within the manufacturing business
• Support the finance team in managing day-to-day financial operations
• Ensure accurate financial records, and helping maintain efficient financial processes to support production and business performance
• Prepare and analysing financial reports
• Preparation of quarterly VAT returns and submission to HMRC
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting standards
• Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Liaise with external accountants to assist with preparation of year end accounts
• Reporting imports and exports financial information

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role (preferably in manufacturing)
• Experience with ERP systems
• Excellent communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerBI
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills

Benefits of work:

• Early Friday finish
• Flexible working to earn up to 12 days additional holiday
• Free Parking
• Private Health Care cash plan
• Flexible working arrangements

If you are interested, please get in touch on 0117 911 7111 or click Apply now!