Financial Controller / Accountant

Financial Controller / Accountant opportunity in Coventry. Great visibility as number two to the Finance Director. Early Friday finish! Accountancy Practice candidates also considered.

Our client is an innovation-focused global manufacturer that is currently driving a variety of change and transformation projects. With an impressive and ever-increasing order book, this is an exciting time to join the business.

Reporting directly to and in support of the Finance Director, as Financial Controller / Accountant, you will support the wider business in delivering excellence in financial control. This all-encompassing role will focus on all areas of financial accounting with a particular emphasis on general ledger accounting, master data management, fixed assets, treasury control and tax matters.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and participate in monthly and annual close
• General Ledger accounting, balance sheet reconciliations and inter-company recharges
• Handle all treasury functions including cash management, liquidity forecasting, daily bank reconciliations, administration & banking relationships
• Responsible for all areas of tax compliance with accurate on-time submissions for VAT and Corporation Tax
• Own the fixed asset register
• Responsibility for the company master data together with tracking and reporting on key metrics
• Reporting and supporting Group Finance at the European HQ including inter-company recharges & reconciliations.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a finance function, perhaps as a Financial Controller / Accountant, Finance Manager or similar, with a focus on general ledger financial accounting, month end, tax & treasury
• Own the role, able to support and be a reliable Number 2 to the Finance Director - be their 'right-hand' person
• Strong MS Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups etc)
• Any ERP systems experience beneficial (Oracle, SAP etc)
• Supportive team player, efficient with strong attention to detail
• Confident communication skills at all business levels, both internally and externally
• Organised and proactive, able to meet deadlines.

What's on offer:

• Great exposure reporting to the Finance Director
• Friday early finish (2pm)
• Study support (if required)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Employee Rewards Programme
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunity for professional development and progression, if desired.

Interested?

Register your interest by applying today or call Ashley (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.

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