Operations controller

You will support the Group Controlling manager and UK operational management team by taking responsibility for the local managerial P&L.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Operations Controller on a 12-month FTC to join a specialist manufacturing business operating internationally. Our client offers a warm and friendly working environment, 33 days holiday and pension scheme. The Operational Controller supports the business by providing accurate and timely financial information and analysis to support all business decisions. You will support the Group Controlling manager and UK operational management team by taking responsibility for the local managerial P&L.

Job Description:

Operational & Financial Control:

1. As the Operations Controller you will understand, monitor, and report on production processes.
2. Calculate and analyse standard cost prices
3. As the Operations Controller you will conduct monthly production variance analysis
4. Develop, track, and report production‑based KPIs
5. As the Operations Controller you will perform variance analysis of actual costs versus budget and prior year
6. Complete costing and production‑related monthly closing activities
7. Lead the annual budgeting process for all operational items
8. Provide required documentation and responses for internal and external audits
9. Address and resolve audit non‑conformities by correcting identified issues
10. Provide first‑line SAP support
11. As the Operations Controller you will analyse and improve working capital performance
12. Support monthly closing and P&L reporting
13. Analyse plant and non‑plant operational costs

Candidate Requirements:

Education Level & General Experience

14. Formal accounting qualification (e.g., AAT, CIMA, ACCA) or a master’s degree in economics/finance, or equivalent relevant experience
15. Experience gained within a manufacturing environment, ideally with exposure to standard costing and production processes
16. Previous experience in working as an Operations Controller, Financial Controller, Cost Accountant, Manufacturing Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial Analyst, Costing Analyst or similar is essential
17. Previous experience using SAP and Power BI is desirable
18. Broad financial knowledge, including understanding of financial theory, principles, and professional accounting practices
19. Strong data analysis and reporting skills
20. Driving Licence due to ad-hoc travel to Wolverhampton


This role is commutable from: Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Longton, Uttoxeter, Stone, Stafford, Leek, Cheadle, Eccleshall and surrounding areas

This role would suit candidates with the following experience: an Operations Controller, Financial Controller, Cost Accountant, Manufacturing Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial Analyst, Costing Analyst or similar

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Salary: Up to £45.000 Per Annum

Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.