Financial Controller

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We take pride in building quality products—and enriching the lives of those who make it possible. As a growing company, we invest in our people, our processes, and the technology that drives our success. We believe that when our team members thrive, our company thrives. We offer opportunities for career growth in a supportive, hands-on environment where your contributions make a difference every day. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a positive, team-oriented culture where autonomy is earned, hard work is rewarded, and every employee’s voice matters. Come grow with us and help shape our future!

Who We Are

Pulsar Measurement is part of the TASi Measurement group and is a worldwide leader in ultrasonic instrumentation for wastewater, industrial, and environmental markets. Since 1986 we have developed, manufactured and marketed industrial flow and level monitoring instruments including ultrasonic level transmitters, clamp-on ultrasonic flow meters, and open channel flow meters.

The newly restructured TASi Measurement, our parent group, has successfully grown companies who consistently deliver world-class products and services, focusing on our global customer needs in diverse market segments. TASi Measurement’s high repeat customer rate is due to an ability to remain close to our customers reinforced by providing local service and complete engineered solutions and problem solving.

Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to expand our business.

Job Summary

As Financial Controller, you will play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of our manufacturing facility. You will oversee core accounting activities, manage the transactional finance team, and ensure financial compliance and robust internal controls. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, cost accounting and inventory management.

Salary on offer £75,000 - £85,000

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, the general ledger, and VAT and other taxes for the company.
• Lead and manage a team of six within the UK finance team, including development plans and clear career paths.
• Own the monthly management accounts, ensuring on-time submission of data to TASI Measurement.
• Responsible for ensuring the Company’s goals of the business are being enacted and supporting the strategic direction and growth are considered during the day-to-day activities.
• Own the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, with a focus on manufacturing-specific reporting requirements.
• Partner with the Commercial Finance Manager to prepare budgets and forecasts, including manufacturing cost insights and supporting calculations.
• Work with the Commercial Finance Manager to deliver timely, insightful variance analysis against budget and forecast.
• Advise on customer credit limit decisions in a timely manner, escalating to the Finance Director where appropriate, to include managing working capital for the entity.
• Lead continuous improvement across the finance function, ensuring efficient ways of working and tracking progress with relevant KPIs.
• Conduct regular cost analysis to identify opportunities for savings and operational efficiency.
• Prepare sensitive balance sheet reconciliations and review balance sheets prepared by the team.
• Coordinate with external auditors (TASI Measurement and Statutory) during the year-end audit and ensure statutory reporting meets group deadlines.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Prepare and post payroll/bonus journal entries to the ERP system and reconcile the related balance sheet accounts.
• Carry out other ad hoc duties as required.

Travel

Travel will be required to the other Pulsar Measurement locations. This will include global travel.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Experience & Skills

• Strong management and people skills, with the ability to communicate across all departments and effectively engage with cross-functional leadership.
• Proven experience in a similar role within the manufacturing sector, with a strong understanding of manufacturing accounting principles and cost analysis.
• Good working understanding of Epicor or a similar ERP system.
• Excellent technical problem-solving skills, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proven experience reporting for complex entities of various sizes, with knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP requirements.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker.
• Possesses an exceptional work ethic and flexibility to accommodate a fast-paced business environment.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates the desire and capability to mentor and coach members of the Pulsar Measurement team.

Education And Competences

Professional Competence, Education & Training

• Qualified accountant with considerable experience in different types of entities (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Traits

Ability to uphold Pulsar Measurement’s mission and vision. Must be accountable and adaptable to changing priorities, trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, cheerful, thrifty, and respectful.

Commitment To People And Planet

TASi Measurement is committed to fostering a sustainable and socially responsible environment. We believe that our success is not only measured by financial gains but also by the positive impact we have on our employees, communities, and the world around us.

As part of our commitment to people, we strive to provide a supportive and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities to thrive. We prioritize the well-being, safety, and personal development of our employees, recognizing that they are the engine driving our success.