Financial Controller

Financial ControllerLocation: BurnleySalary: £75,000 - £80,000 + benefits I''m working exclusively on a newly created Financial Controller opportunity with a highly successful, growing business in the Burnley area. Following significant investment and ambitious plans for further organic and acquisitive growth, the business is going through an exciting period of transformation. As part of this, they are looking for a hands-on Financial Controller who can take ownership of the finance function and help build the infrastructure, controls and reporting needed to support the next stage of growth. This is not a role where you will simply inherit a well-established finance function. There is genuine scope to make your mark, improve processes, strengthen controls and develop the way finance supports the wider business. Reporting directly to the Finance Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function and play a key role in driving change. The role will include: Leading and developing the finance function across management accounts, credit, purchase ledger and payroll Taking ownership of the month-end close and production of accurate management accounts Improving the month-end timetable, controls and reporting processes Developing the use of Sage 50 to provide greater visibility and accuracy across the business Strengthening reporting around cost of sales, margins and business performance Improving balance ..... full job details .....