Overview
* Lead finance and influence real business decisions
* Drive system, process, and commercial improvements
Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day finance function and ensure accuracy of financial reporting
* Manage and mentor a small team
* Maintain strong internal controls and governance frameworks
* Deliver timely, insightful management reporting
* Provide analysis and actionable recommendations to leadership
* Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities
* Lead budgeting and forecasting processes
* Manage cash flow and working capital optimisation
* Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts
* Drive automation and reduce manual processes
* Improve financial systems and reporting capabilities
* Support scalability through process enhancements
* Collaborate with operational teams to improve performance
* Provide financial insight to support decision-making
* Influence stakeholders across the business
* Ensure compliance with financial regulations
* Manage external relationships (auditors, advisors)
* Oversee risk, insurance, and payroll compliance
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in a senior finance role within an SME
* Strong technical accounting skills with a commercial mindset
* Demonstrated ability to improve systems, processes, and reporting
* Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
Personal Attributes
* High integrity and professionalism
* Strong attention to detail
* A collaborative and approachable leadership style
* Continuous improvement mindset
What's on Offer
* Permanent, full-time role based in Keysborough.
* Opportunity to work in a collaborative and professional environment.
* A chance to lead financial operations within the manufacturing industry.
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