Financial controller

Polypipe Civils Green Urbanisation, are a leading manufacturer of water management solutions, surface water drainage products, and cable protection systems, these sit alongside our Green Urbanisation offering, providing a full solution for water management. With a large proportion of our products made from recycled materials sustainability sits at the heart of all we do. Role: As the Finance Controller you will be responsible for the management of the CGU finance team, developing a cohesive and fit for the future finance function that aligns with the business rsquo;s growth strategy, ensuring compliance with all internal and external controls, along with driving efficiencies through continuous improvement. You will be based within our Horncastle office with occasional travel to Loughborough site. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and lead a finance team that is appropriately resourced and structured, supporting the members of the team in their development goals to equip them with the necessary skills and experience to achieve high levels of performance * Develop effective processes and implement system enhancements that will ensure the effective and efficient running of the finance function * Co-ordinating the team to deliver timely month end close * Prepare and analyse the monthly management accounts to identify and understand variances for presentation to the Finance Director * Maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders within the business * Ensure the business is compliant with all internal and external financial controls * Oversee the provision of information to external auditors * Support the Finance Director in the preparation of budgets and forecasts The Person: * Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams * Experience of managing multi skilled finance teams in a multi-site environment * A recognised accounting qualification, (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), is desirable but not essential * Able to demonstrate a background of both commercial and technical accounting experience would be beneficial * Strong analytical skills with a flair for numbers is essential for this role * Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels throughout a business * Strong experience of core accounting and overseeing internal controls * Finance experience gained within a manufacturing environment is essential for this role Benefits: * Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme * Contributory pension scheme * Life assurance (linked to pension scheme membership) * Access to a variety of high street discounts via our Network Benefits employee benefit * Cycle to work scheme * Free flu vouchers * Various health wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services * Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential telephone helpline support * Staff discount on all Genuit Group products * Free on-site parking * 25 days holiday entitlement * Company Car or Car Allowance. Polypipe operate an Equal Opportunities Policy. If you are interested in this role, please apply today with your full CV and a member of our internal recruitment team will be in touch