Financial Controller / Finance Manager, £40,0000-£50,000, Tockwith
An established and growing manufacturing business based in Tockwith is seeking an experienced Financial Controller / Finance Manager to play a key role in its continued success.
This is an excellent opportunity to join the company at an exciting stage of growth, with plans to expand headcount and move to a larger facility. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the finance function, lead the finance team, and report directly to the Board of Directors.
This is a fully office-based role with on-site parking available.
Key Responsibilities
•Oversee all financial activities across the business
•Manage sales applications, invoicing, credit control, and retentions
•Approve and schedule payment runs in line with cash flow
•Complete monthly VAT returns
•Monitor and manage cash flow against budget
•Analyse and post credit card transactions
•Perform bank reconciliations and authorise payments
•Manage online banking transactions
•Prepare monthly management accounts, including consolidations and WIP review
•Lead annual accounts preparation and liaise with auditors
•Attend Board meetings to present and discuss financial performance
•Oversee corporation tax payments
•Manage Directors’ salaries and monthly PAYE
•Set up and manage hire purchase (HP) agreements
•Review vehicle finance, utilities contracts and compliance (e.g. MOTs)
Requirements
•Strong understanding of work in progress (WIP), applications for payment and retentions (ideally within construction or manufacturing or similar sectors)
•Proven experience in a Financial Controller or Finance Manager role
•Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial management
•Proficiency in accounting software, particularly Xero
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
•Professional qualification (FCA, ACCA, or CIMA) preferred, though part-qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered