Financial Controller

NLB Solutions are working with a manufacturing business that are looking for a Qualified Accountant to join as a Financial Controller. Our client is looking for someone that comes from a similar background and work closely with hands on and dynamic MD. This role has one person reporting in to them and will be office based. The business offers a fast paced environment that is based alongside the manufacturing site. Duties: Lead the month-end close process, including journals, accruals, and prepayments. Deliver accurate profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting. Prepare management accounts, KPI reporting, and detailed variance analysis. Ensure timely reporting to corporate finance teams. Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes. Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making. Develop and enhance reporting tools and financial analysis capabilities. Perform pricing evaluations and profitability analysis. Maintain compliance with UK statutory reporting requirements, US GAAP, SOX, and internal policies. Strengthen financial controls and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure completion and sign-off of balance sheet reconciliations. Manage VAT returns, corporation tax packs, payroll submissions, and statutory filings. Lead annual standard cost roll and absorption costing activities. Oversee inventory valuation and annual stock take processes. Support operations with manufacturing performance reporting. Monitor capital expenditure ..... full job details .....