Job Description
Financial Operations Controller
Location: Cambridgeshire
Employment Type: Permanent
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Operations Controller to take ownership of the financial control, reporting, tax, and compliance activities for a highly respected global technology and manufacturing business.
This is a broad leadership role that combines financial accounting, tax compliance, business controlling, forecasting, process improvement, and team leadership. You will play a key role in supporting business performance, ensuring strong governance, and acting as a trusted finance partner to both local and global stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting andamp; Compliance
- Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Ensure accurate and timely statutory reporting and year-end disclosures.
- Manage monthly group reporting and compliance requirements.
- Support external audits and maintain strong relationships with auditors and advisors.
- Ensure all accounting activities are compliant with IFRS and internal policies.
Tax andamp; Governance
- Coordinate corporation tax reporting with external advisors.
- Oversee VAT reporting and compliance activities.
- Support tax incentive claims, including Randamp;D-related schemes and other available tax reliefs.
- Act as a key point of contact for HMRC, tax advisors, and external consultants.
- Support company secretarial activities and governance requirements.
- Take responsibility for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance and related processes.
Business Controlling andamp; Performance Management
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly planning cycles.
- Deliver meaningful financial analysis and insight to senior leadership.
- Prepare performance reports and financial commentary for Board and management meetings.
- Partner with operational stakeholders to drive business performance and informed decision-making.
- Conduct detailed balance sheet and Pandamp;L analysis.
Operations andamp; Inventory Control
- Oversee inventory reporting and valuation.
- Work closely with Supply Chain and Operations teams to improve visibility, controls, and performance.
- Support the implementation and optimisation of financial processes and controls.
Leadership
- Manage, mentor, and develop a small finance team.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and high performance.
- Collaborate with colleagues across both UK and international finance functions.
Skills andamp; Experience
Essential
- Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, ICAEW or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of financial accounting, reporting, and IFRS.
- Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or technology-focused environment.
- Experience working within a global or multinational organisation.
- Proven background in financial controlling, forecasting, and compliance.
- Previous people management experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Desirable
- Experience with VAT, payroll, and UK tax compliance.
- Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP.
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