Financial Controller

Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment have been engaged by a global manufacturing business who specialise in travel infrastructure & systems, to recruit an experienced finance professional into the role of Financial Controller. This also presents an exciting opportunity to progress to the role of Chief Financial Officer in the not-too-distant future.

Working from a desirable Edinburgh office location, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the company's growth and sustainability. Very importantly, you will be an exceptional leader of people with the ability to direct, council and support, as necessary. This is an exciting opportunity for an established Finance Manager/Controller who is looking for a diverse role, or equally to an individual on the upward curve of their career who is keen to secure a diversified role to give solid exposure to a range of responsibilities for future career enhancement, supported by an experienced FD.

Role Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller, to undertake all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures. Finance Controller responsibilities will also include financial risk management.

Key Role Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting:

  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the group of companies
  • Oversight/Owner of the production of the Management Accounts and KPI’s and achieving deadlines
  • Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management and stakeholders
  • Present and explain variances to the Finance Director and SMT heads of department
  • Challenge Heads of Department on and around their financial performance
  • Support in the preparation of annual accounts
  • Oversight/Owner of weekly reporting and dashboards
  • Oversight/Owner of Month and Year End routines
  • Reporting financial information to External Stakeholders
  • Monitor and analyse financial performance, identifying areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities

​​​​​​​Financial Controls:

  • Oversight of CAPEX requests, processes and controls
  • Oversight / Preparation of Balance Sheet and reconciliations
  • Oversight and Preparation of Fixed Assets, Depreciation, Additions and Disposals
  • Ensuring Stock, Maintenance, Flying Provisions are appropriately assessed and addressed
  • Ensure expense / credit card policies are followed and maintained

Budgeting & Forecasting:

  • Oversee and manage the financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
  • Supporting with the production of annual budgets and rolling forecasts
  • Supporting with commercial assessments of new contracts and tenders
  • Preparation of the budget and mid-term planning

​​​​​​​Audit:

  • Coordinate and lead the annual audit process
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards
  • Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and control
  • Plan Year end process liaising with external auditors and tax advisers
  • Produce Tax pack and accounts analysis to support production of Stats and Tax Computations
  • Collate all information for R&D Tax claims and agree to analysis schedule

​​​​​​​Working Capital Management:

  • Management of cash position and rolling 13 weeks forecast
  • Oversight of Supplier payments and maintaining supplier communications
  • Oversight of Debtor invoicing, receipts and maintaining customer communications
  • Authorising bank payments
  • Preparation of the Quarterly VAT returns

​​​​​​​Leadership:

  • Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
  • Continuous improvement projects
  • Systems review projects

Key person specifications:

  • Qualified Accountant holding a CA, ACCA or CIMA designation
  • Proven working experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager
  • 5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards
  • Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Audit experience ideally at Assistant Manager or Manager level
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • High level of integrity and professionalism

How to Apply:

This search is being conducted confidentially on behalf of our client. If you’re a dynamic finance leader seeking a role where you can make a real impact — we’d love to hear from you.

Apply via LinkedIn or reach out directly at craig.sinclair@cooperparry.com for a confidential conversation.