Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
We are now looking for an experienced financial controller to join our wellestablished Finance team as we approach an exciting period of change and growth across the global business.
Established in 1989 we are the original innovators and manufacturers of wire joining and tensioning devices as well as anchoring bracing and suspension systems that have changed the game for many industries.
We are no ordinary business. We do almost everything differently. 100 owned by our employees we are also committed to changing the game by making a positive impact in our communities around the world. Were a force for good as certified by B Corp.
What is the role
You will be part of a fastpaced department responsible for six UK sites and seven overseas sites: covering a range of accounting tasks and responsibilities. Duties will include:
- preparing management accounts including variance analysis financial performance reviews and providing financial insights to support operational decision making.
- assisting in the preparation and management of budgets and forecasts in collaboration with department heads and regions.
- monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and preparing reports for senior management.
- costing and analysing stock globally
- calculating return on investment for proposed projects and capital investment.
- conducting performance analysis including labour profitability and other operational efficiencies.
- working alongside a team of dedicated financial controllers and management accountants; forging strong day to day relationships.
- working alongside product designers to deliver costing of new products.
- ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal controls including international transfer pricing.
Working hours
Mon Fri 8.30am 5.00pm
The Company operates a flexible working policy with office hours of 7.00am7.00pm MondayFriday.
Who you are
You must be qualified by experience and should be able to offer the following:
- Must have experience working within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience to include calculating and analysing direct labour factory overheads product costings & interpreting bills of materials.
- Confidence working with multiple IT systems (currently MS Office Power BI and E8 our bespoke ERP system) with excellent Excel skills.
- Able to adapt to change positively.
- An ability to work well both as part of an established team and independently with minimal supervision.
- A flexible approach and strong organisational skills
- Good people engagement and communication skills in all areas of the business including communicating with & advising nonfinancial departments/leaders.
- Ability to identify improvements and implement them.
- Preferably have worked previously within a group of companies or multi region and able to work alongside international colleagues.
What we will offer in return
We recognise every individual as a unique person with their own special contribution to make. We work hard to make sure our people are happy and healthy with a good work/life balance and generously rewarded for their time energy and commitment. We therefore offer:
- competitive salary
- noncontributory 15 pension scheme
- share ownership scheme
- excellent initial and ongoing training and support
- generous holiday entitlement 32 days increasing with long service)
- life assurance
- private individual health care
- permanent health insurance scheme
- Paycare health plan
- enhanced family policy
- gym membership
- free onsite parking
Why choose Gripple
As an employeeowned company our people are front and centre. You can therefore expect to see:
- commitment to core values and behaviours AKA the Gripple Spirit
- worklife balance
- career development
- exceptional benefits
- unique working environment
- commitment to net zero in 2030
Deadline for applications: Monday 14th April2025
Equal employment opportunity
We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We champion diversity inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued with a sense of belonging. If there are any adjustments that would help your experience with Gripple please let us know when you apply.
Whilst not mandatory your completion of the applicant ethnic monitoring form will help us monitor and encourage equality and diversity. The information you provide will be anonymous and kept both confidential and separate to your application.
Internal note: This vacancy qualifies for the Gripple Ltd Employee Referral Scheme. Referrals should be made via the following link: Full details on the scheme can be found on PACS under Documents.
A polite note for recruitment agencies:We do not accept applicants from recruitment agencies. If we do need support we will be in touch!
Employment Type
Full Time
