Location: Trafford Park, Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days office based)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Full-Time Equivalent (Pro Rata)
Benefits: Bonus profit share scheme + excellent working environment
We are recruiting on behalf of a growing SME business based in Trafford Park, Manchester, who are seeking an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller to take ownership of their finance function.
This is a key appointment offering both operational control and strategic input, ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys being involved in the detail while influencing wider business performance.
The role is part-time hours per week) with a hybrid structure, requiring three days per week in the Trafford Park office. There is strong potential for the role and finance function to grow alongside the business.
The Role
Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, the Financial Controller will take full responsibility for the finance function, ensuring robust financial control while contributing strategically to planning, performance and operational efficiency.
This is a hands-on SME role. The successful candidate must be comfortable managing transactional finance where required, while also developing the function, improving processes and adding measurable commercial value. You will have the opportunity to shape and evolve the role, driving efficiencies and implementing scalable systems to support continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Control & Reporting
Full responsibility for bank reconciliations, cashflow management and day-to-day financial operations
Management of purchase ledger, supplier controls and credit control
Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded, filed and reported
Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cashflow reporting
Regular financial performance reviews against budget, identifying risks and opportunities
Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
Preparation of year-end and statutory accounts
Ensure strong financial controls, compliance and clear audit trails
Compile and submit VAT returns for the group, ensuring timely payment
Monitor foreign exchange rates and manage multi-currency payments
Strategic & Operational Impact
Provide meaningful financial insight to support commercial decision-making
Partner with the management team to drive profitability and performance
Develop and grow the finance function to meet the needs of an expanding SME
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce cost
Streamline workflows across finance, manufacturing, procurement and service functions
Lead initiatives that enhance reporting quality, automation and operational effectiveness
Monitor KPIs and support accountability for performance improvements
Champion best practice, scalability and continuous improvement
Requirements
Ideally CIMA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME
Comfortable being hands-on with transactional finance when required
Demonstrable experience improving or scaling a finance function
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to add tangible business value
Excellent communication skills, able to engage with financial and non-financial stakeholders
Strong understanding of financial regulations and internal controls
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
High attention to detail and complete confidentiality
Benefits
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum depending on experience (pro rata)
Profit share bonus scheme
Growth opportunities to develop the finance function
Friendly family SME environment
Free parking
Free food/snacks