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Financial Controller

Essex

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
12 days ago
Salary
75000.00 - 85000.00 GBP Annual
Recruiter
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Closes
16 Sep 2026
Course
No
Contract Type
Permanent
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

Financial Controller Braintree, Essex 75,000 - 85,000 per annum

A quickly expanding manufacturing company on the outskirts of Braintree, Essex are currently recruiting for a Financial Controller. This is a permanent position paying between 75,000 - 85,000 per annum, depending on experience.

As Financial Controller, you will report directly to the Finance Director and manage a team of three direct reports. The company has doubled its turnover over the past two years and is now looking for a forward-thinking, proactive finance leader who can help drive the business forward and maintain the strong growth trajectory achieved in recent years.

What will the role involve?

Overseeing the financial control and reconciliation of stock held on the company's Sage 200 ERP system, with an inventory value of approximately 1 million, ensuring stock records are accurateCashflow management, overseeing cash, whilst making account receivable and payable processes more efficientOversee and ensure that VAT returns are completed in a timely mannerSupporting of the annual budgeting processMonitor financial performance against budgetManaging all day-to-day accounting operations within the finance team such as purchase, sales & general ledger, in addition to the banking facilitiesYou will be leading and mentoring a team of 3 staff within the accounts departmentMonthly payroll of between 25 - 30 staffStrong understanding of import and export processes, including the financial administration and controls associated with international shipments and transactionsCompleting group monthly management accounts for finance director to review

Candidate requirements:

Essential to be ACCA or CIMA qualified - Ideally looking for a FCCA LeaderPrior experience in a Financial Controller or Senior Finance role previouslyImport / Export Process experience requiredWork history within a manufacturing environment is neededBackground using Sage 200 or other sage products is beneficialStrong Leadership skillsExposure to Inter-company accountsIndustry: Accountancy & Finance

Company Perks:

25 days plus bank holidayDeath In Service - 4 x salaryHealth cash planPension 4% employersOther benefits to be discussed at interview stage

If you are a qualified Financial Controller who believes that they would be well suited to this role, apply online today!

Ad ID: 5418822778

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