Job Description
The Financial Controller will be a key member of the finance team with responsibility for managing the company's cost base, capital expenditure processes, and supporting external audit requirements.
This role will combine strong technical finance skills with commercial insight to ensure accurate reporting, effective cost management, and robust governance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead analysis and reporting of operating expenses, providing insights and challenge to ensure effective cost management.
* Manage the capital expenditure process, including business case review, approvals, tracking, and post-investment analysis.
* Act as the primary liaison for external auditors, ensuring timely provision of information and smooth audit execution.
* Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, preparing and reviewing journals, reconciliations, and schedules.
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and internal controls.
* Prepare financial statements, disclosures, and statutory reporting as required.
* Partner with operations teams to provide financial insight on cost efficiency and capital projects.
* Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance function.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* 5+ years' post-qualification experience in finance or accounting roles.
* Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and external reporting.
* Experience with external audits, either in practice (Big 4/top-tier firm) or industry.
* Exposure to capital expenditure processes and cost management.
* ERP system experience (SAP or equivalent) and advanced Excel skills.
* Manufacturing or contract manufacturing experience highly desirable.
Benefits:
This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic finance team, driving business growth and improving operational efficiency.
Others:
Please note that this job description is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The Financial Controller may be required to perform other tasks as needed.