Assistant Financial Controller

Sharp Consultancy; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm based in Doncaster seeks an exceptional Assistant Financial Controller to join their team. This role involves management accounts, budgeting, and profitability analysis while playing a key part in digital transformation projects. Ideal candidates are ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified professionals looking for varied roles in a dynamic environment with mentorship opportunities. The position offers a salary between £55,000 and £60,000 along with flexible working arrangements and other benefits.

Benefits

Salary between £55,000 - £60,000

1-day WFH

Flexible start and finish times

25 days AL + 8 BH

5% Company pension contribution

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA professional.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete full month-end management accounts including variance analysis.
• Support Finance Director in overseeing all financial operations.
• Implementation of a new ERP system.
• Present full month-end pack to board members.
• Report Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow performance.
• Lead monthly budget and re-forecasting processes as required.
• Produce management reports to influence decision making.

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA Qualified

Job description

Our client, a leading manufacturer based in Doncaster, is seeking an exceptional Assistant Financial Controller to join their team in a newly created role. With substantial overseas operations, the business has built a strong market position and delivered impressive growth in recent years.

As part of their continued success, they are now looking for an Assistant Financial Controller who will benefit from structured mentorship and guidance. In this role, you will take ownership of management accounts, lead budgeting and forecasting processes, conduct profitability analysis, and support digital transformation projects—playing a key role in shaping the financial strategy.

This opportunity is ideal for qualified professionals seeking a varied role within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and looking to step into a global business. You’ll work closely with an experienced senior leadership team, gaining exposure to complex international operations while receiving hands‑on mentorship and contributing to strategic projects.

Benefits to include:

• Salary between £55,000 - £60,000
• 1‑day WFH
• Flexible start and finish times
• 25 days AL + 8 BH
• 5% Company pension contribution

Duties and responsibilities to include:

• Completion of full month‑end management accounts including variance analysis and commentaries
• Support the Finance Director in overseeing all financial operations and planning
• Support the implementation of a new ERP system
• Presentation of full month‑end pack to board members
• Reporting Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow performance
• Leading monthly budget and re‑forecasting processes as required
• Produce management reports to influence decision making
• Prepare and review cashflow forecasts
• Completion of statutory accounts
• Completion of quarterly VAT returns
• Ownership of capital expenditure
• Responsibility for the completion of balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain and review compliance with financial bodies and regulations
• Responsibility for the continuous review of financial processes

Person Specification:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA Qualified

For further information or a private and confidential conversation either for this specific opportunity or your personal job search please contact Emma Berry or Jack Curtis on 0114 261 1700.