Group Financial Controller

I am delighted to be working in exclusive partnership with this high profile International FMCG Manufacturing Group, with t/o now in excess of £100m, to recruit this key Group Financial Controller role based at their HO/Business Centre in Warrington, Cheshire. My client seeks a high calibre candidate with a proven strong track record of financial control within a Group Reporting environment. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, key responsibilities/challenges will include: Lead, coach and develop the Finance team, including 5 direct Management level reports. To "own" and develop the Group financial control "engine room", delivering an accurate, timely and robust month-end close with "zero surprise" reporting, group consolidation and statutory compliance framework across the Group - consisting of 4 significant sized Production sites within the UK & W Europe. Lead statutory reporting and year-end accounts, coordinating Audit planning and delivery. Own Corporation Tax compliance delivery across the group. Provide proactive weekly cash and working capital reporting and forecasting. Shared Services oversight to ensure end-to-end process discipline across AP purchase-to-pay and AR order-to-cash transactions. Continuous improvement of timely and robust financial reporting and consolidation, including exploiting ongoing opportunities for increased systems automation. Operate as key point of contact with all professional stakeholders including Auditors, Tax authorities and Banking partners plus proactive daily liaison with functional Heads across the Group. Overall, to play a key role within the SMT to ensure the successful growth and development of this leading FMCG organisation. Candidate profile: High calibre experienced qualified accountant with strong technical accounting, group reporting and consolidation experience and strong control mindset.. Proactive and energetic approach, capable of providing constructive "challenge" and effective business improvements/solutions. Confident with excellent communication skills and high professional standards to be able to develop strong trusted relationships at all levels across the Group. In return, my client offers a strong competitive salary package including starting salary up to £100k + Car allowance + 20% Bonus + comprehensive full Benefits package. Please send your CV in confidence to Martin Morgan, the retained consultant - all strong relevant candidates can expect a prompt direct response.