Business Controller / Management Accountant

Belcan Workforce Solutions are seeking a Business Controller / Management Accountant on an initial 6-month contract to join our client's Finance team in Broughton.

The client is offering up to £39.98 per hour Umbrella, the role is Inside of IR35. This is hybrid opportunity with 4 days required on-site per week

About the Company:
Our client is a leading organisation in the aerospace sector. They are committed to delivering timely and accurate financial information to a wide range of stakeholders. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a talented and driven Business Controller / Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team.

Role Overview:
This is a pivotal role within the business unit controlling function, focusing on management accounting. The position offers a mix of recurring and ad-hoc responsibilities, with opportunities to streamline processes and contribute to strategic projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in financial planning, performance analysis, and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes across all business units, ensuring alignment with corporate financial objectives.
• Collaborate with operational managers to identify and validate improvement projects for inclusion in budget planning.
• Deliver timely and insightful financial reporting to both local and central teams, highlighting performance trends and potential risks.
• Provide financial challenge and support to operational teams, driving performance improvements and mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate business cases and investment proposals, ensuring robust financial analysis and challenge of assumptions.
• Support financial controlling activities across key categories including Recurring Cost, Inventory, Non-Recurring Cost, and Capex (Jigs/Tools).

Required Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA preferred) with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a manufacturing or commercial environment.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar financial reporting systems.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across multiple levels and geographies.
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Given the role's nature, the selected candidate will undergo BPSS clearance before commencing.

If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on 07732 694 243 or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan