Job Description

The purpose of this role is to manage the day-to-day activities of the accounting functions within AFL to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results are produced on time. It is crucial that you understand the expectations to hit targets and meet deadlines will be high and therefore additional hours will be required especially at month end. The ideal candidate will be someone that is not afraid of a challenge, proactive and has a proven track record and likely to already be working at a Senior Level.

The job holder will report directly to the Plant Manager and will be responsible for ensuring appropriate financial controls are applied throughout the business, together with providing exceptional commercial support to key stakeholders.

MAIN DUTIES, OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage financial and legal compliance, working with external advisors and internal colleagues.
• Provide commercial finance support to the EFC and other key stakeholders
• Using the financial control framework, ensure compliance in accordance with the Parent Company's policies and procedures
• Manage the preparation and submission of financial statements to the US parent.
• Develop systems and procedures to ensure the efficient and effective management of the company's finances
• Acting as the main point of contact for the external auditors and any other stakeholders ensuring to provide all financial information as required
• Working with other Financial Controllers across Europe to standardize procedures and other projects such as cost reduction.
• Manage a range of administrative and compliance issues for the business including insurance, banking relationships, payroll (using external service provider) etc.
• Manage the preparation and review of standard costing in compliance with US GAAP.
• Ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of company taxes i.e., VAT, Corporation Tax, Duty.
• Recommending appropriate changes that will improve the company's financial performance and financial controls
• Recommend improvements that will support operational efficiencies and working practices
• Carry out any additional reasonable requests made by the business within the individual’s capabilities and possessing the necessary experience and training.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift, carry, push and or pull 1 – 20 lbs on occasions
• Squat/kneel, bend/stoop, twist/turn, grasp and reach overhead and outward
• Sit, stand and walk for 1 – 8 hours per day.
• Prolonged computer and phone usage may occur from time to time
• Work in a fast-paced industrial environment on occasions wearing hearing protection, vision protection, steel-toed shoes and other appropriate protective clothing.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A-C GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Math;
• Professionally qualified - Ideally CIMA, ACA
• Practical training within a SME sized company, possessing 3-5 years PQE 
• Recognized Management Qualification
• Good understanding of business and financial issues
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Mixed Audit and Corporate background
• Experience of resolving people management issues
• Stock Control 
• Experience of manufacturing industry
• Experience Aircraft Industry
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with both immediate team members and other production teams;
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of Change Management.
• PC literate with Words, Excel & PowerPoint skills. 
• Knowledge of HR policies and procedures.
• Report writing & presentation skills.
• Coaching and Development