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Assistant Financial Controller
Cannock, Staffordshire
£40,000 - £48,000 + Benefits

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with manufacturing experience?

Do you have a passion for driving process improvement and an ambition to develop your career?

Check out this fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Financial Controller, working for a small but global manufacturing business in the Cannock area.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, and GL
Support manufacturing operation with Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition
Coordinate and direct the preparation of the month end reporting pack
Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting
Support month-end and year-end close processes
Further develop business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Assist in compiling annual budgets, PL Balance sheet + cashflow
Undertake margin analysis for customer and product portfolios and perform analysis / costings for new products and customers
Compile monthly cashflow, short term outlook and weekly updates

Why should I apply?

Exposure to a wide range of finance operations and strategic projects
Opportunity to develop and grow within a fast-paced environment
Collaborative and forward thinking business culture
Chance to make a real impact to a high performing and fast growing SME

Ideal Skills and Experience

Degree in Accounting/Finance or qualified / part qualified AAT, CIMA, ACCA
Proven track record in a similar finance role
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment (4 years+)
Solid understanding of accounting principles, GL, and month-end processes
Proficient with financial systems
Good analytical skills with intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Excel
High attention to detail and analytical thinking
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience of identifying and delivering system / process improvements

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