Financial Controller

Newcastle-under-Lyme

Permanent

£60,000 per annum

Hawk3 Talent Solutions are recruiting for a Financial Controller to lead the finance function and shape financial strategy for an established organisation in Newcastle-under-Lyme. This is a pivotal role, offering the chance to lead a talented finance team, shape financial strategy, and support key business decisions at the highest level.

What You'll Do:

As Financial Controller, you will be the strategic partner to the Managing Director, overseeing the company's entire financial ecosystem. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading monthly closings, audits, reporting, and business reviews
• Managing budgets, forecasts, and forward-looking financial planning
• Ensuring compliance with Swiss GAAP, IFRS, and UK accounting standards
• Building and leading the Finance & Accounting team, driving efficiency and best practice
• Representing the company to government bodies, auditors, and corporate stakeholders
• Supporting system improvements, including potential SAP implementation
• Overseeing treasury, taxation, risk management, and financial process enhancements

About You:

You're a seasoned finance professional with a strong commercial mindset and a track record in multinational environments:

• CPA or equivalent higher education in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• Minimum 5 years in senior accounting/controller roles, ideally within manufacturing or international businesses
• Expertise in IFRS/Swiss GAAP and UK GAAP
• Skilled in budgeting, costing, audit, and financial reporting
• Experienced in SAP, Sage, or other international finance systems
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team
• Excellent English communication skills and cultural adaptability
• Willingness to travel as required

Why This Role Is Exciting:

This is more than just a finance role - it's a chance to shape the company's financial strategy and directly influence business growth. You'll work in a high performing, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and rewarded.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary: £60,000+
• Private medical insurance & life insurance
• Company pension & additional leave
• Flexible working & casual dress
• Health & wellbeing programme

Closing date 30.06.26

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Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future