Finance Controller

TAY Recruitment Ltd; Hay Mills; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller in Hay Mills. The role involves taking ownership of the finance function, preparing monthly management accounts, and improving financial strategies. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Finance or Accounting, relevant professional qualifications, and strong Excel skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the company's financial direction within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Accounting with a recognised professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Hands-on financial management experience.
• Proven ability to present complex financial information to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete and timely monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasts.
• Produce annual budgets and quarterly forecasts including detailed variance analysis.
• Analyse sales, production, and purchasing processes for performance improvement.
• Conduct monthly stock movement analysis and lead year-end stocktakes.
• Support and challenge departmental managers on financial performance.
• Monitor and review sales performance by product line/area.
• Develop and report on KPIs to drive business efficiency.
• Complete quarterly VAT reconciliations and payroll reconciliations.
• Assist with year-end accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Manage ad hoc projects and quarterly grant returns.

Skills

Strong continuous improvement mindset

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to influence company strategy

Full UK driving licence

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting with a recognised professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Small Heath

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Introduction

Our client, a leading multi‑site manufacturing organisation based in Birmingham, is seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function and play a key role in shaping the company's financial strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic finance professional who thrives on driving performance, improving processes and systems, and leading a high‑performing team.

Role Summary

You will assist the Group Financial Director in preparing monthly consolidated and fully integrated management accounts for the group companies, ensuring covenant compliance. You will also produce individual company management accounts, detailed finance reports, and provide insightful commentary to directors.

The role demands strong knowledge of costing, margin analysis, production labour and overhead recovery, scrap analysis, and intercompany costing updates. Budget preparation, variance analysis, KPI reporting, and forecasting will be key components of your responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare complete and timely monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasts; present findings to the management team and Board.
• Produce annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, including detailed variance analysis.
• Analyse sales, production, and purchasing processes to identify opportunities for performance improvement.
• Conduct monthly stock movement analysis and lead year‑end stocktakes.
• Support and challenge departmental managers on financial performance.
• Monitor and review sales performance by product line/area to ensure volume and margin targets are achieved.
• Develop and report on KPIs to measure and drive business efficiency.
• Complete quarterly VAT reconciliations and payroll reconciliations.
• Assist with year‑end accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement across the business.
• Manage ad hoc projects and quarterly grant returns.

Key Skills

• Strong continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence company strategy and drive improvements.
• Full UK driving licence.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Accounting with a recognised professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems.
• Hands‑on financial management experience.
• Proven ability to present complex financial information to senior stakeholders.