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Carbon60 are currently looking for a Financial Controller to work for a client of ours based in Filton. This position is a contract position that will run up to the end of the year with the possibility of extension.

Our client is at the forefront of innovating new technologies, with a pioneering spirit that has redefined the aerospace industry. For this role we can offer either PAYE or Umbrella hourly rates.

Responsibilities

In support of the central controlling teams, drive the annual budget and quarterly forecast process across all business units, ensuring robust financial planning and consistency with company financial objectives
Contribute, working closely with the local business / operational managers, in defining / proposing the list of improvement projects eligible for inclusion in the budget assumption pack for the business units, validating the relevant financial information (sizing, business case & ROI) for decision making
Manage the provision of robust and topical financial reporting to local & central operational / controlling teams to ensure visibility of performance versus target and early warning of potential financial risks
Challenge operational performance and support / advise management in achieving their targets by driving improvement measures and mitigation actions on all financial topics
Participate in the assessment of business cases / proposals for operational investments and performance improvement projects, ensuring robust challenge of assumptions and financial evaluations
Financial controlling activity in the categories: Recurring Cost, Inventory, Non-Recurring Cost and Capex Jigs / Tools (on request)Essential

Qualified Accountant Preferred (CIMA), with at least a minimum of 2 years PQE in a manufacturing or commercial environment
Knowledge and experience in SAP or equivalent financial reporting tools
Ability to work in a dynamic, enthusiastic team and to contribute with a positive, proactive mindset
Strong communication skills - multiple stakeholders at different levels and in different countries
Continuous improvement mindsetThe working pattern for this role is a standard 35-hour week working 4.5 days a week. There is flexibility on start and finish times providing they are between the hours of 7am-7pm. Due to the nature of the business you will need to go through a BPSS+ clearance.

If you are interested in this position and would like to know more, please contact Shelby Agius on

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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