We’re looking for a hands‑on Finance Controller for our Middlewich based client for an initial 6 month fixed term project.
As Finiance Controller you will oversee the full financial function of the business. Reporting to the Finance Director, you’ll lead financial planning, ensure robust and accurate monthly reporting, support strategic decision‑making, and strengthen financial controls across the organisation. This is a key role within an SME environment — ideal for someone commercially astute, analytical, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning
Provide insight and analysis to support strategic decisions
Management Reporting
Deliver monthly management accounts, board packs, and variance commentary
Ensure compliance with accounting standards
Oversee monthly VAT and CIS submissions
Project Profitability & Margin Control
Partner with QS and Commercial teams on CVRs, WIP, and project profitability
Cashflow & Risk Management
Maintain strong cashflow forecasting and working‑capital control
Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies
Financial Operations
Oversee AP/AR, balance sheet integrity, and fixed assets
Ensure timely month-end close (within 5 working days)
Improve systems, processes, and reporting accuracy
Stakeholder Support
Act as primary contact for auditors, lenders, and external accountants
Coach, support, and develop the finance team
About You
Experience & Knowledge
Strong financial and accounting experience (SME background preferred)
Proven Managerial experience
Experience in construction or manufacturing advantageous
Sage and Eque2/Construct Cloud experience beneficial
Exposure to audited accounts or FTSE environments desirable
Skills
Analytical and commercially minded
Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder influence
Highly organised and detail‑focused
Strong problem‑solver with project management capability
Effective IT proficiency
Qualifications
Degree in Accounting/Finance preferred
CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified (or working towards)
Strong academic background considered.
Benefits
* Quarterly bonus scheme aligned to company performance.
* 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), increasing with service.
* Additional holidays for values winners each quarter.
* Enhanced pension contribution: where you choose to contribute above the statutory minimum, increases its employer contribution by 25% of your additional voluntary amount.
* Supportive and approachable leadership team committed to collaboration and learning
* Modern, newly refurbished offices.
* Regular team engagement initiatives, such as company‑funded lunches, Q team meetings and values winners.
* Hybrid working (1 day from home per week)