The Client

Our exclusive retained client, Norcros plc, is a market leader in design-led, sustainable bathroom and kitchen products across the UK, Ireland and South Africa.  Norcros has a proven track record of both M&A and organic growth, a portfolio of market-leading brands, and a resilient business model.  With a market capitalisation of c£200m, and turnover of c£450m, Norcros’ regional footprint gives their brands and product ranges a range of routes to market.

Key Responsibilities

As Group Financial Controller, you will:

• Lead Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of interim and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS, ensuring accuracy and compliance.​
• Management reporting:
  • Ensure cyclical reporting processes are produced accurately and on a timely basis, including Snapshot, Final results, Forecasts; Budgeting; Strategic planning
  • Investigate and challenge variances from budget/forecast
  • Provide weekly reporting of sales, foreign exchange exposures and cashflows/borrowings
  • Manage head office companies; Calculate charges under IFRS 2; Process monthly divisional recharges
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with the head office team and build strong relationships with business unit finance teams to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making processes.​
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of four finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.​
• Oversee Tax and Treasury Functions: Ensure compliance with tax regulations, manage treasury operations, and optimize the company's financial position.​
• Manage Internal Controls: Develop and maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.​

Who We’re Looking For:

• Professional Qualifications: Be a qualified ACA accountant with strong technical financial reporting skills, particularly under IFRS.​
• Experience: Have over five years’ post-qualification experience, (PLC environment preferred but not essential), with a strong controls mindset and background.​
• Leadership / Business Partnering Skills: Demonstrate outstanding communication skills, personal gravitas, and experience in managing and developing a team of qualified accountants, as well as confidently interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Technical Expertise: Possess a good understanding of tax, treasury, and consolidation systems, with the ability to handle audits to tight timescales.​
• Alignment with Values: Embody Norcros' core values and be committed to working in alignment and partnership

Why Join Norcros ?

Norcros stands at the forefront of design, sustainability, quality, and innovation, creating better living for all their stakeholders.  The culture of innovation and people-first philosophy ensures a dynamic and inclusive workplace, fostering the creativity and dedication needed to stay ahead in the market.  By joining Norcros, you will be aligning with a company that is dedicated to delivering exceptional value. Norcros’ newly launched values are:  Care (person, customer and environment); Courage (being bold and challenging status quo); Connections (within the Group) and Common Sense. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly successful NW plc as Group Financial Controller, with excellent opportunities for career progression.