Role: Financial Controller
Location: Ewole, Deeside
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Role Purpose
Morson are partnering exclusively with a large manufacturing business located in Deeside, our search is for an Financial Controller, to support the UK operations of a wider international group with revenues exceeding €1 billion. The UK business is scaling rapidly, targeting an £80m turnover and headcount of 200+ by 2027.
You’ll play a critical role in leading a small on-site finance team, driving robust financial controls, overseeing year-end accounts, audit, tax, and statutory compliance, while collaborating closely with wider UK and European finance colleagues.
Key Responsibilities of the Financial Controller:
Deliver accurate and timely year-end accounts compliant with UK GAAP.
Audit, working with external auditors as required.
Manage the trial balance and monthly closing cycle.
Oversee VAT, corporation tax, and withholding tax compliance.
Drive the PO and fixed asset management processes.
Collaborate on intercompany loans and group-level tax matters.
Supervise and develop a team of 3 (AP & Billing).
Partner with procurement, logistics, sales, Management Accountants and treasury to ensure strong controls.
Contribute to capital allowance processes and inventory accounting.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and system enhancements.
What we are looking for:
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
At least 4 years’ experience in a finance management role, ideally within manufacturing or industrial sectors
Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory accounting
Experience and a passion with tax, VAT, and intercompany accounting
Proficient in SAP and Excel
Comfortable operating in a hands-on role within a growing, evolving business
What’s on Offer:
Generous starting salary (negotiable)
26 days annual leave + statutory days
Pension 6% ER, 2% EE
Exposure to international operations and cross-border collaboration
A role suited to someone who enjoys technical accounting, statutory reporting, and tax compliance
Supportive leadership and a culture of growth and professional development
If you’re looking to bring your technical accounting expertise into a business with exciting growth ambitions and a supportive, collaborative culture, this could be your ideal next move.
To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, you must APPLY NOW, making sure to attach your up-to-date CV.
*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial telephone interview. If selected from the shortlist, a formal interview process will then begin