Interim Financial Controller

About the Business An opportunity to be an Interim Financial Controller for a manufacturing business based in Cannock. This job can be on a day rate or salary. The role itself is for a sub £50m manufacturing business, part of a wider group. Main Duties: As an Interim Financial Controller, your main duties include: * Supervising a team of three, providing mentorship to more junior staff. * Acting as the primary commercial finance partner to senior operational staff. * Collaborating with senior leadership to deliver financial reports and support strategic decision-making. * Overseeing banking relationships and preparing cash flow forecasts. * Leading the processes of forecasting and budgeting. * Handling the daily operations of the finance department. * Managing cash flow on a daily basis, including overseeing credit control, processing supplier payments and producing cash flow projections. * Offering support for various finance roles when necessary. * Reviewing and assisting in the completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations. * Preparing monthly financial results with commentary, ensuring adherence to reporting deadlines. * Completing quarterly VAT returns. * Coordinating annual audit processes and supporting tax return preparations in collaboration with external financial advisors. * Analysing and enhancing systems, processes, and controls to boost efficiency, improve accuracy and timeliness of financial data, and reduce the risk of fraudulent activities. * Providing assistance to the CFO as needed. * Any other ad-hoc duties related to the efficient running of the finance department. Location / Office / Culture This role is hybrid with their offices based in Cannock. There is a friendly finance team of 4, and you will be a key partner to the onsite management team. You will manage both the “accounting” side of finance, whilst being a key commercial lead, representing finance in the business. What We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will have: * Able to demonstrate relevant experience in managing/supervising teams * Must be IT literate with good systems knowledge * Experience in a small to medium sized business * Good knowledge of all aspects of Finance from transactional to complete sets of accounts * Experience within manufacturing an advantage Why Join the business * Good training and development * Reward and recognition About Us We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. Ref: DT41464