Job Description
Financial Controller
Location: UK (Site-Based – East Midlands)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum (DOE)
Neos Engineering are partnered with a high-performing, privately owned engineering and equipment business entering an exciting phase of growth. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to take full ownership of the finance function, work directly with senior leadership, and play a key role in shaping the financial direction of the business.
This role offers genuine influence, visibility, and long-term career progression within a stable yet ambitious organisation.
The Opportunity
As Financial Controller, you will be the senior finance professional on site, acting as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director and leadership team. You will have autonomy to implement improvements, enhance financial controls, and deliver meaningful commercial insight that directly impacts business performance.
This is a hands-on, commercially focused role ideal for someone who enjoys being close to operations while also contributing at a strategic level.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Reporting
Produce accurate monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
Provide clear, insightful financial reporting to senior leadership
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Oversee year-end accounts and manage external accountants and auditors
Cash Flow & Commercial Control
Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital
Oversee credit control, supplier payments, and stock valuation
Support asset, stock, and funding arrangements
Provide commercial input to pricing, margins, and profitability
Controls, Compliance & Governance
Maintain and enhance robust financial controls and processes
Ensure compliance with UK accounting, VAT, and statutory requirements
Oversee payroll, insurance, audits, and regulatory reporting
Business Partnering & Growth
Act as a financial business partner to operational leaders
Support business planning, investment appraisals, and growth initiatives
Deliver insight that drives efficiency, profitability, and performance
Systems & Process Improvement
Drive continuous improvement across finance systems and reporting
Ensure effective use of accounting and operational systems
Support development of finance team members (where applicable)
The Candidate
Essential
Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Management Accountant
Strong understanding of SME or owner-managed businesses
Excellent UK accounting and VAT knowledge
Commercially focused, hands-on, and detail-driven
Confident communicator with non-financial stakeholders
Desirable
Background in engineering, equipment, plant, automotive, or dealer environments
Experience with asset finance, stock finance, or manufacturer reporting
Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Why Apply?
Senior, influential role with direct access to decision-makers
Opportunity to shape processes and add real value
Stable business with clear growth ambitions
Competitive salary £50,000 – £60,000 DOE
Long-term career development and progression
Extended Christmas shutdown