What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Controller position at Mergon?
Who we are
At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading industrial brands l to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future.
We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day.
The Role
We are currently hiring a Financial Controller to join our team in Blackburn. This role will be responsible for all aspects of Finance in Mergon UK. Key responsibilities include
Provide financial leadership to the business as part of the Mergon UK management team
Responsible for day-to-day finance operations including managing and directing the Finance Team
Production of monthly management accounts with accompanying variance analysis and commercial and operational insights
Cash flow management and forecasting
Provide, as necessary, ad-hoc financial information and analysis to fully support a high standard of business performance
Produce annual budgets and in-year forecasts in line with agreed deadlines
Ensure compliance with financial reporting, tax, company secretarial and other corporate legal and regulatory reporting obligations
Liaise with external auditors, insurers, tax advisors, legal counsel, and other advisors as necessary and maintain good working relationships
Ensure appropriate credit control procedures and treasury policies are in place
Ensure suitable and robust financial controls are maintained across the company
Prepare capital expenditure business cases and monitor progress and spend on significant/capital projects
Additionally, this role will have ongoing group reporting obligations in line with agreed deadlines and will be required to answer information requests from group personnel on a timely basis
Skills & Experience:
To be successful in this role you will likely have
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field and a professional accounting qualification
At least 10 years’ experience in financial management ideally in a manufacturing environment
Proficiency in financial management systems, with advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint and ERP systems
Experience with overseeing monthly accounts, deep-diving into variances to provide insights to senior management
Experience with budgeting and forecasting
Strong people leadership skills, someone who cares about their team's development,
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- 34 days holidays
- Health Insurance
- Career Growth and Development Opportunities
- Wellness Programme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
The document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation.
Equality and Diversity
Mergon is committed to the principle of equal opportunities in employment, and to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability, or gender reassignment.
Safer Recruitment
Mergon is committed to promotion welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rights to work in the UK.
