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Financial Controller

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About the role 

We have a new opportunity for a pro-active and result-driven individual to join as a Financial Controller for TMS (Total Marketing Support), a unique and growing division of DS Smith, one of the largest packaging and display manufacturing company in Europe.

Working closely with Group and Divisional Finance, the Financial Controller would be responsible for managing internal & external financial reporting, and ensuring effective governance & control is maintained across the business. This role is crucial in providing strong financial guidance to support the company’s strategic growth and activities. Along with producing monthly reporting packs, this role will be focused on co-ordinating audits (both internal and customer), and liaising with stakeholders across the wider business to produce accurate, timely, value add MI.

This is a varied role within the business unit and will drive a consistent approach to reporting, management packs and co-ordination of the annual budgets and quarterly re-forecasts, whilst supporting on projects, as part of the business growth agenda. This is a pivotal role within the team, which means that strong communication skills are critical, whilst being able to present information in a clear and accessible manner to a variety of audiences to be successful. You would also be managing a small team and support their growth and development within the business.

We are seeking a finance professional, with experience in Group financial reporting, internal controls who is looking for an opportunity to make a real impact, this is a progressive role and would someone looking for their first step in to a Financial Controller role.

About you  

  • ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualified
  • Demonstrable experience gained in a Financial Reporting role ideally within a multinational/currency environment.
  • Thorough knowledge of IFRS.
  • Substantial management information reporting and statutory accounts preparation experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with some prior management exposure,
  • Constructive challenger with a proactive and solution-focused approach
  • Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Advanced Excel proficiency

Location:  This is a full time, hybrid role with 2 days on site (one of which is Tuesday) at our offices in Manchester.

About us 

TMS Global is a leading subsidiary of DS Smith, a renowned packaging and display manufacturing company, and together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. Operating across 97 global markets, TMS Global specializes in retail display, print, and packaging outsourcing. Our TMS family consists of just over 300 people who are spread internationally across Europe, AMEA, and the Americas.

We are currently growing our UK client services team to support one of our large multi-national FMCG customers, with some very popular brands, to deliver a managed service for their POS and Display requirements.

We aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.  

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