Financial Controller

Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation, Inc.; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-term client is seeking a Finance Controller for a fixed-term contract, with potential for permanent placement. Ideal candidates will have a background in manufacturing with strong skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and team leadership. This on-site role is integral to driving financial performance and compliance.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience as a Financial Controller.
• Experience in a manufacturing company required.
• Ability to lead a finance team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consolidated financial reports and variance analysis.
• Lead budgeting and manage rolling forecasts.
• Enhance financial systems and drive process automation.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budget Management

Cost Management

Leadership

Compliance

Process Improvement

Job description

TXM are working with a long term, loyal client who need a Finance Controller to join their finance team. Our client is looking for an experienced candidate with at least 3 years’ experience and experience in a leadership position with the ability to run and look after a team.
Our client is looking to offer a Three – Six Month Fixed term contract with the opportunity to be a permanent member of staff at the end of this.

This role has multiple aspects, but the key responsibilities include:
Financial Reporting and Analysis: Deliver consolidated financial reports, variance analysis, KPIs, and commercial insights to support decision-making.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead budgeting, manage rolling forecasts, and conduct scenario planning aligned with business strategy.
Cost Management and Profitability: Oversee cost controls, conduct margin analysis, and implement cost optimisation strategies while maintaining service quality.
Compliance and Internal Controls: Manage month-end close, ensure tax compliance, maintain internal controls, and coordinate year-end audits.
Business Partnering and Leadership: Partner with operations, provide financial guidance on investments and contracts, and lead the finance team’s development.
Systems and Process Improvements: Enhance financial systems, drive process automation, evaluate reporting tools, and support ERP system implementation.

To be successful within this role, You will need to have experience within a manufacturing company as this role will require you to hit the ground running. This role will also require you to be on site five days a week, Monday – Friday.

If you are an experienced Financial Controller and looking for your next opportunity, Please apply right way!