Assistant Financial Controller

THE COMPANY
Our client is a well-established manufacturing business based in Cannock, with operations across three UK sites. They are seeking an Assistant Financial Controller to join the team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Finance Director, contributing to the smooth running of financial operations, and influencing business planning and decision-making.

THE ROLE
As Assistant Financial Controller, you will provide financial support across a wide range of responsibilities including accounting, reporting, cash flow management, and planning. You will work closely with the Finance Director to ensure the business meets its financial obligations while driving efficiencies and improvements across processes and systems.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Assisting in the preparation of P&L and cash flow planning across three UK sites.
• Producing reports to summarise and forecast the company s financial position, covering income, expenses, and earnings.
• Supporting the Finance Director with annual budgets, operating plans, year-end close, and liaising with external auditors and the US head office.
• Reviewing profit margins across sales and purchasing activities.
• Overseeing accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Advising on operational adjustments in line with tax code changes.
• Reviewing and improving finance systems and processes, including supporting the implementation and effective use of a new finance system across all UK sites.

REQUIREMENTS
To succeed in the role of Assistant Financial Controller, you will bring strong financial expertise along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Specifically, you should have:
• Professional qualification (AAT / CIMA / ACA) or be a highly experienced finance professional qualified by experience (QBE).
• Proven experience in a multi-site business; experience within an American-owned organisation would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own projects, as well as collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach.
• Experience with Sage and Efacs systems (preferred but not essential).

COMPANY BENEFITS
• Competitive salary of £40,000 £50,000
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week:
o Monday to Thursday, 8:00am 4:30pm
o Friday, 8:00am 2:00pm
• Company pension scheme and life insurance
• Free on-site parking
• 24 days annual leave plus statutory holidays