Permanent
Group Financial Controller
Leeds

Posted 3 days ago
The Financial Controller role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee and manage financial operations within a fast-paced FMCG environment. This position in Leeds requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure accurate reporting and strategic financial planning.
Client Details
The employer is a well-established, medium-sized organisation operating within the FMCG industry. They are known for their commitment to delivering high-quality products and fostering a professional and collaborative work environment.
Description
- Prepare and oversee statutory reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Supporting the budgeting and forecasting processes to support strategic decision-making.
- Provide insightful financial analysis to guide business growth and cost optimisation.
- Supervise and develop the accounting team to ensure operational efficiency.
- Monitor and improve financial controls and processes within the organisation.
- Support senior management with financial reporting and strategic planning initiatives.
- Improve efficiency of systems from an accounting and operations collaboration perspective
Profile
- A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
- Strong experience in financial management within manufacturing (or other transferrable) industry.
- Proven expertise in financial controls, diplomatically challenging the status quo and making improvement to finance and business controls
- Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and compliance standards.
- Effective leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate across departments.
- Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Job Offer
- A competitive salary ranging from -80,000 - -100,000 depending on experience.
- A permanent role with opportunities for career progression within the FMCG sector.
- Located in Leeds, offering a balance of city accessibility and a supportive work environment.