<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Business Partner to join a growing manufacturing organisation on a permanent basis in Bridgend.</p><p> </p><p>The Finance Business Partner - Manufacturing role is key in supporting the UK Manufacturing Operations ) and is responsible for providing clear, timely and accurate information, including insight to the leadership team, particularly the CFO and Operations lead team. </p><p> </p><p>The Finance Business Partner will prepare high quality financial data on a timely basis that will help drive business performance, and decision making, and where necessary develop new KPIs to help understand and improve Operations.</p><p> </p><p>As part of the Finance team, you will provide effective management accounting and reporting, including performing key month end activities to account accurately for aspects of Manufacturing Operations.</p><p> </p><p>The role will play a key role in managing / controlling overhead spend, through partnership with various operational departments, acting as a gatekeeper in relation to operational expenditure, including leading on developing the Annual Budget.</p><p> </p><p> Key responsibilities:</p><p> </p><p><strong>Finance Business Partner to the Operations lead team</strong></p><p><strong>Perform Month End / Periodic activities to ensure accurate reporting of manufacturing performance</strong></p><p><strong>Drive improvements in understanding of manufacturing cost base</strong></p><p><strong>Lead the development of regular financial reporting and analysis to the Operations leadership team</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key skills / experience / competencies</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified ACA / CIMA or equivalent with relevant industry / manufacturing experience</li><li>Experience of different manufacturing cost models (e.g. actual cost / standard costing)</li></ul><p> </p><p>On offer:</p><p> </p><p>A salary of up to £70,000 plus pension</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjg2MzMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller - Manufacturing - South Coast</strong><br /> <br /> Robert Half have exclusively engaged with a global manufacturing group that has strong investor backing and an appetite for growth. Due to an exciting period of growth, they now seek to recruit an energetic, driven and commercially astute financial controller to work alongside a highly experienced and inspirational Finance Director.<br /> </p><p><strong>SCOPE OF THE ROLE:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the finance team in its preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual and ad-hoc reporting requirements both at a local and group level</li><li>Preparation, analysis and review of internal management information</li><li>Develop and support business performance and strive for continuous improvement</li><li>Drive accountability in the Finance team and across the wider business</li><li>Opportunity to be part of transformational and reporting changes in Finance and across the business</li><li>Deputise for Finance Director</li></ul><p><strong>CORE DUTIES:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the Finance team's preparation of the monthly actuals and ensure timely submission into Group</li><li>Ensure the timely preparation and submission of Quarterly and Full Year requests and disclosures for group reporting purposes</li><li>Business partner with Business Unit Managers and other key stakeholders</li><li>Maintain a strong control environment through Company policy adherence and drive implementation of process improvements and efficiencies</li><li>Support Value Driver reporting and initiatives</li><li>Play an active role in supporting continuous improvement initiatives, business change programs and other projects</li><li>Support and manage the finance team at our international facilities</li><li>Support Finance Director in shaping finance department and building a high performing team</li><li>Support the Finance Team and Business with any ad-hoc duties/projects</li><li>Understand manufacturing processes, being visible on the factory shop floor</li></ul><p><strong>REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (certified or chartered)</li><li>Must be open to progression VP Finance role or equivalent</li><li>Sound knowledge of tax reporting and statutory reporting.</li><li>Experience of designing and implementing process improvements & controls in line with industry best practice</li><li>Proven team building and team leadership skills</li><li>Good knowledge of business operations, and processes</li><li>Advanced Excel skills with experience of other office packages such as Word & PowerPoint and Outlook</li><li>Manufacturing experience would be an advantage</li><li>Experience in a finance role within an international environment </li></ul><p><strong>BENEFITS:</strong></p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £70,000 - 75,000 P/A based on the candidates experience</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 10% of salary</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>non contributory pension</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Friday wfh</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzE0ODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong> </strong><strong>Divisional Finance Director - Manufacturing - South Coast</strong><br /> <br /> Robert Half have exclusively engaged with a global manufacturing group that has strong investor backing and an appetite for growth. Due to the current Finance Director exiting, they now seek to recruit an energetic, driven and commercially astute finance leader to work alongside a highly experienced, award winning and inspirational CEO, drive a culture of business partnering, lead M&A activities, oversee a team of 25+ staff globally and continue to develop their growth strategy.<br /> </p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><p>The Financial Director coordinates financial planning, accounting management practices and relations with financial institutions and the Group through their individual responsibilities or those of their employees, ensuring compliance with Group procedures and regulations.</p><p>They also are part of the Senior Leadership Team providing Strategic input & leading the Affiliate to sustainable profitability.</p><ul><li>Provide leadership, direction and guidance to the finance and IT teams of c20 employees plus an offshore accounts payable team.</li><li>Participate as a member of the Exec team, from both a financial and business viewpoint, in setting the overall strategy and direction of the business, giving visibility of the financial and business consequences,</li><li>Overall responsibility for all financial controls, transactions and accountancy matters, including financial forecasting and reporting on monthly accounts and variances in accordance with the strategy.</li><li>Lead and manage the budget process including the preparation and presentation of annual budgets, financial forecasts and the preparation/submission of Annual Statutory Accounts</li><li>Provide financial advice to the CEO and other Senior leaders and ensure that they receive appropriate levels of reporting and financial analysis to guide their decision making,</li><li>Review and sign off all financial reports and forecasts that are sent to Group,</li><li>Assure adherence to US GAAP principles and Group policies and that they represent the financial position of the operating unit,</li><li>Report to the CEO and Exec team in strategic business decisions that lead to the achievement of Plan, value-based pricing, productivity and cost saving, and profitable growth objectives.</li><li>Assist the CEO in the communication, reporting, and interaction with Group, notably the group controller and finance organization.</li><li>Lead on the monthly Board Report and support the finance element of the quarterly Business Unit Manager Presentation packs.</li><li>Provide final sign off on the company payroll.</li><li>Manage key external financial relationships, auditors, bankers, tax advisors etc</li><li>Lead any up-grades to financial analysis and reporting tools including leading the new ERP system implementation project.</li><li>Strengthen the reliability of the reported data, and forecasts</li></ul><p><strong>REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS </strong></p><ul><li>Strong financial awareness of UK and US accounting</li><li>High levels of accuracy</li><li>Business & results orientated</li><li>Significant people and team management experience</li><li>IT knowledge and awareness</li><li>Ability to handle high levels of pressure and critical decision-making</li><li>Excellent communication/presentation skills</li><li>Strong influencing skills</li><li>Trustworthy with high integrity.</li><li>Qualified to degree level</li><li>Qualified member of an approved accountancy body (e.g. ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Experience in a finance role within an international environment</li><li>Experience of a manufacturing environment</li><li>Experience of managing internal controls, forecasting and contracts</li><li>Experience of working as a member of a Senior Management team</li><li>Ideally experience of an ERP implementation programme</li><li>Experience of managing IT teams</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £100,000 - 130,000 P/A based on the candidates experience</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 35% of salary</li><li>A car allowance of £6000.00 P/A</li><li>A highly lucrative share scheme with earning potential +£250k</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>non contributory pension</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Friday wfh</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuNTA3ODcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a growing regional legal firm to recruit a Finance Director on a permanent basis based on site in Exeter, this is a great opportunity to work with the CEO to drive strategy, processes and of course the smooth running of the finance function.</p><p> </p><p>If you have legal experience and are keen to aid the growth of a business, drive performance and compliance alongside develop a great team then please reach out! This could be a great chance to step up into the number 1 seat…</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the financial strategy to support the firm's growth, profitability and long-term sustainability</li><li>Act as a strategic partner to the CEO providing financial insight and commercial guidance</li><li>Oversee the production of monthly management accounts, boards packs and KPI reporting</li><li>Ensure robust and timely financial controls, governance and compliance</li><li>Ensure compliance with SRA accounting rules and regulatory requirements</li><li>Work closely with partners to manage cashflow, utilisation rates and profitability</li><li>Drive process and system improvements to ensure best in class practices</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About your experience</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience within the legal sector</li><li>Desire and ability to work both strategically and hands on when needed</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci43ODczNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
