Assistant Financial Controller

Source Appointments Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Cannock is seeking an Assistant Financial Controller to support the Finance Director. This role involves financial reporting, budget preparation, and cash flow management. The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification or significant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and various company benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000

Pension scheme and life insurance

Free on-site parking

24 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a multi-site business.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support across accounting, reporting, and planning.
• Assist in the preparation of P&L and cash flow planning.
• Produce reports summarising financial positions.
• Support with annual budgets and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Financial analysis

Reporting

Cash flow management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Professional qualification (AAT / CIMA / ACA) or QBE

Tools

Sage

Efacs

Job description

Overview

THE COMPANY Our client is a well-established manufacturing business based in Cannock, with operations across three UK sites. They are seeking an Assistant Financial Controller to join the team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Finance Director, contributing to the smooth running of financial operations, and influencing business planning and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• As Assistant Financial Controller, you will provide financial support across a wide range of responsibilities including accounting, reporting, cash flow management, and planning. You will work closely with the Finance Director to ensure the business meets its financial obligations while driving efficiencies and improvements across processes and systems.
• Assisting in the preparation of P&L and cash flow planning across three UK sites.
• Producing reports to summarise and forecast the company's financial position, covering income, expenses, and earnings.
• Supporting the Finance Director with annual budgets, operating plans, year-end close, and liaising with external auditors and the US head office.
• Reviewing profit margins across sales and purchasing activities.
• Overseeing accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Advising on operational adjustments in line with tax code changes.
• Reviewing and improving finance systems and processes, including supporting the implementation and effective use of a new finance system across all UK sites.

Requirements

• Professional qualification (AAT / CIMA / ACA) or be a highly experienced finance professional qualified by experience (QBE).
• Proven experience in a multi-site business; experience within an American-owned organisation would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own projects, as well as collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach.
• Experience with Sage and Efacs systems (preferred but not essential).

Company benefits

• Competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week:
  • Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
  • Friday, 8:00am – 2:00pm
• Company pension scheme and life insurance
• Free on-site parking
• 24 days annual leave plus statutory holidays