NLB Solutions are working with a manufacturing business that are looking for a Qualified Accountant to join as a Financial Controller for a period of 6 months on a fixed term contract. 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 for the 6 months but this role is now live as the company will be recruiting for this role on a permanent basis in the future.

The business offers a fast paced environment that is based alongside the manufacturing site. They are looking someone that can commit to completing the full 6 months with the possibility of the role converting into a permanent opportunity.

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 and fixed asset management.

* Manage external and internal audit processes.

* Coordinate activities with tax, payroll, and R&D teams.

* Oversee working capital, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory management.

* Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations.

* Oversee OneStream reporting, budgeting, and forecasting submissions.

* Support ERP and finance system improvements.

* Manage lease accounting and reporting requirements.

Person Spec:

* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent).

* Significant experience in a Finance Director, Financial Controller, or senior finance leadership role.

* Manufacturing experience preferred.

* Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP, SOX, and statutory reporting.

* Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

* Proven leadership and team development skills