Group Financial Controller

Morgan McKinley is partnering exclusively with a fast growing business based in North Somerset, to recruit a newly created Group Financial Controller role. My client is a high growth SME in the Manufacturing sector, and they are currently going through a merger and an exciting time of growth and development. The Role Reporting to the Group Finance Director this role will be focused on harmonising systems and people, and taking the team on a transformation journey. Specific responsibilities will include: Own the group consolidation process across multiple entities Run core finance operations including month end close, AP and credit control Leadership of small finance team Production of management accounts including variance analysis Maintain cashflow forecast and delivery of working capital targets Drive continuous improvement in systems and processes and automation adoption Lead on financial reporting and oversee statutory accounts preparation Ensure strong financial controls and compliance with accounting standards The Person To be considered for this role you will need to be a collaborative and positive Qualified Accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge. Manufacturing SME experience and exposure to stock are both highly desirable, and experience of working in a high growth, multi-entity / multi-site environment would be an advantage. Experience of systems and process transformation would also be useful, and previous use of Xero and/or Sage 200 desirable. Hybrid working is on offer for the successful candidate