Financial Controller
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Financial Controller will take full ownership of the finance function while also overseeing HR operations. You will act as a trusted strategic partner to the leadership team, providing clear financial insight, robust control, and commercial guidance.
This role would suit a proactive and forward-thinking finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is motivated by driving continuous improvement.
Financial Controller Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
* Lead and manage the day-to-day Finance and HR operations.
* Oversee the month-end close process, including: Balance sheet reconciliations, Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts in line with Group deadlines & Develop and enhance the monthly reporting pack to deliver meaningful insight and support informed decision-making.
* Produce weekly and monthly KPI reports.
* Prepare annual budgets and provide detailed variance analysis.
* Lead forecasting processes and manage detailed cash flow reporting.
* Ensure year-end audit and statutory accounts are completed within required deadlines.
* Oversee accurate and timely submission of VAT returns to HMRC.
Commercial & Operational Support
* Partner with departmental leaders to drive operational efficiency and performance improvement.
* Review product costing and undertake detailed margin analysis.
* Approve pricing structures to ensure profitability targets are achieved.
* Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives across the business.
* Drive systems and process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and operational visibility.
* Oversee regular stock takes and monitor excess or slow-moving inventory.
Stakeholder Management
* Act as the primary contact for external auditors, banking partners, and HMRC and Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support strategic projects led by the Managing Director.
Financial Controller Experience & Qualifications
* Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA).
* Strong ERP systems experience and advanced MS Office skills and Experience with SAP would be advantageous.
* Previous experience within a manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential.
* Strong understanding of stock control, product costing, and margin management and Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
Financial Controller Key Skills & Attributes
* Commercially minded with strong analytical capability.
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
* Confident communicator, able to influence at all levels.
* Hands-on, proactive and solution-focused approach.
* Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
* Comfortable working to tight deadlines.
* Continuous improvement mindset.
Financial Controller Why Join Us?
* Salary up to £75k, Pension, 25 days plus BH, Life Assurance, Free Parking, Hybrid (to be discussed)
* Be part of a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing business, Work in newly built, modern premises, Play a key role within the senior leadership team, Shape and enhance financial systems, controls and processes and Enjoy a supportive and collaborative working environment.
Unfortunately, due to time restrictions we cannot respond to every applicant, in the event that we haven’t contacted you within 48 hours please take it you have not been successful for this particular role, but your details will be kept on file and considered for all future vacancies.
We are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We are acting on behalf of the client as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy