Kingfisher Industrial Group, Head Office based in Kidderminster, with Operating locations in Kidderminster, and Chippenham.
This is an exciting time to be joining a fast growing and innovative Group structure, offering a competitive salary with extra Employee Benefits. The Company has grown significantly over the last 3 Years and has plans in place to continue its growth within the UK.
The position will be working for Kingfisher Industrial Group Ltd based in Kidderminster. The company has an exceptional reputation for quality and operates from a modern, well invested manufacturing facility.
Role Purpose
To support the Group Finance function by delivering accurate, timely financial processing and reporting across multiple manufacturing entities. The Finance Assistant will play a key role in maintaining robust financial controls, supporting month‑end close activities, and ensuring compliance with group policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Transactional Finance
Process purchase invoices, including three‑way matching to purchase orders and goods received notes
Maintain supplier accounts and resolve queries in a timely manner
Prepare and process payment runs in line with agreed schedules
Raise sales invoices and manage intercompany recharges
Post bank transactions and perform regular bank reconciliations
Manufacturing & Cost Support
Assist with processing stock movements and Bill of Materials (BOM) updates
Support inventory reconciliations, including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Assist with production cost reporting and variance analysis
Collaborate with operations and procurement teams to resolve cost and pricing queries
Month‑End & Reporting
Assist with month‑end close for multiple group entities
Post journals, including accruals and prepayments
Support balance sheet reconciliations
Assist in the preparation of management accounts and KPI reporting
Maintain accurate financial records to audit standard
Compliance & Controls
Adhere to internal financial controls and group accounting policies
Support statutory audit and year‑end processes
Ensure VAT transactions are accurately recorded (UK VAT knowledge desirable)
General
Maintain accurate and well‑organised financial documentation
Support continuous improvement of finance processes and systems
Provide ad‑hoc finance support to Group Finance team as required
Skills & Experience
Essential
Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail
Good Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
Personal Attributes
Highly organised with a proactive mindset
Comfortable working to deadlines
Curious and keen to develop finance and commercial knowledge
Team‑oriented with a collaborative approach
Confident escalating issues and suggesting improvements
Why Join Kingfisher:
Competitive Salary
Employee Benefits, with corporate discounts on gyms and wellness, retails discounts, cinema, days out, travel, and many other discounts
BHSF Health Cash Plan
Free Carpark at all sites
Be part of a growing manufacturing business
