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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Site Financial Controller located in Warrington, UK.

Reporting to the Regional Finance Director, the Site Financial Controller as MT member of the site, advises management on financial performance, identifying trends and recommends cost saving or profit generating opportunities, risks and profitability improvement strategies.

What a typical day looks like:

The Site financial controller manages the finance department consisting of eleven (international) colleagues, with two direct reports (finance manager and the collection/AP manager). Reporting into the Regional Finance Director. Responsible for 5 UK reporting entities including a dormant pensionAs part of management team works closely with the General ManagerEstablishes or recommends to management strategies, objectives and policies for companyPrepares reports which summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses and earnings based on past, present and expected operations, including new business quote appraisals.Follows up the work of Finance Team. Guides, supports them in order to develop their skills as their functional leader. Also work closely together with GBS, our global business service center in India. Directs preparation of budgets, forecasts, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justificationEvaluates complex profit plans, operating records and financial statementsProvides (program) management with timely reviews of organization's financial status and progress in its various programs and activitiesAdvises management on desirable operational adjustments, identifying trends and recommends improvements accordingly. Makes recommendations to management regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities, risks and profitability improvement strategiesAnalyzes financial information to determine present and future financial performance Lead internal/external audits, align on corporate accounting policies and procedures, SOX-compliance, internal controls and prepare Tax reportings.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

BSc/MSc degree in finance or accounting or equivalent experienceAround 7-8 years of related experienceA background in manufacturing/cost accounting is preferredACCA, CIMA, US GAAP trainings preferredVery good people management skillsFluent and confident EnglishEligible to work in the UK

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

Continuous training tailored to your role and skill set33 days holidays inclusive of bank holidays per annumHoliday purchase schemePension and life assurance schemeFunding, Education, Study and Training scheme – employees can apply for £250/year which aids their development such as gym membership, language classesFlexible working hoursHybrid workingGreat team and work environment, a truly international workplaceSupportive and flexible cultureChallenging assignmentsCharity of the year and volunteering opportunities in the local communityEmployee Assistance Program

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Job CategoryFinance

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