Financial Controller

Candidate Source; Engine Common; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based manufacturing company is seeking a Financial Controller to develop their finance function. This part-time role requires overseeing reporting transitions, improving accounting procedures, and mentoring staff. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in management accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Flexible part-time working pattern

Collaborative working culture

Opportunity to shape a growing finance function

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or Senior Accountant in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Comfortable working independently in a hands-on, part-time capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition from quarterly to monthly management reporting.
• Provide oversight and support on bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, and reconciliations.
• Conduct financial procedures reviews and improve methodologies.
• Develop and implement internal controls and policies.
• Liaise with external accountants for smooth transitions.
• Support the Operations Manager with ERP system implementation.
• Deliver coaching and upskilling to team members.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis to the Managing Director.

Skills

Strong understanding of management accounting

Communication and mentoring skills

Experience with ERP or finance system implementation

Confidence in improving accounting systems

Education

Qualified, part-qualified (AAT and above, equivalent such as ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

Overview

A UK-based manufacturing business producing high-quality products for a range of customers is looking for a Financial Controller to play a key role in developing and strengthening the internal finance function. Along with a competitive remuneration (commensurate with experience), you will also receive:

• A flexible part-time working pattern (approx. 2 full days or 3-5 half days per week).
• The opportunity to shape and develop a growing finance function.
• A supportive and collaborative working culture.

What you\'ll be doing as Financial Controller

Working closely with the Managing Director and Office Manager, you will provide hands-on support, oversight, and training to help transition the business from outsourced quarterly reporting to a robust, in-house monthly reporting structure.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the transition from quarterly to monthly management reporting, developing internal processes and timetables.
• Provide oversight and support to the Office Manager on bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, reconciliations, and other accounting tasks.
• Conduct a financial procedures review, improving methodologies for both profit and loss and balance sheet items.
• Develop and implement internal controls and policies, including spend approvals, cost tracking, and accruals procedures.
• Liaise with external accountants during the transition phase to ensure smooth handover and accurate reporting.
• Support the Operations Manager with the implementation of a new ERP system, ensuring finance processes are properly integrated.
• Deliver coaching and upskilling to team members to build confidence in financial processes and reporting.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis and insight to the Managing Director to support decision-making and planning.

What we\'re looking for in a Financial Controller

This role would suit a finance professional looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity where they can make a tangible impact and help build long-term financial capability within a small but growing business.

• Qualified, part-qualified (AAT and above, or equivalent such as ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Proven experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or Senior Accountant, ideally within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of management accounting, VAT, and payroll.
• Confident in reviewing and improving accounting systems, controls, and reporting structures.
• Experience with ERP or finance system implementation is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills, with the ability to support and develop non-finance colleagues.
• Comfortable working independently in a hands-on, part-time capacity.
• With a strong focus on innovation, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement, they are now bringing more of their financial management and reporting processes in-house to support ongoing growth.

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