Financial Controller

E3 Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturing group is seeking a Financial Controller based in Leeds. The successful applicant will manage the general ledger and ensure compliance in transactions while supporting financial closing activities. The ideal candidate must be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with strong experience in a manufacturing environment. Additional skills in Xero and Excel are essential. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £50,000 and various benefits including a combined 8% pension and 28 days annual leave.

Benefits

8% combined pension

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) required.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment essential.
• Strong Xero knowledge, IT proficiency including Excel and ideally Power BI needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger, purchase & sales ledger.
• Prepare, post, and review journal entries ensuring documentation and accuracy.
• Ensure regulatory and policy compliance in all transactions.
• Support month and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Oversee invoice processing and maintain inventory control.
• Fulfill payroll requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Xero knowledge

Excel proficiency

Power BI knowledge

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

Xero

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Financial controller required on behalf of a subsidiary of a UK manufacturing group, directly employing 50+ staff. This employer is recognised for innovative and quality products supplied to a wide variety of industries. This role is also open to applicants seeking part time hours (3-4 days per week).

As part of a growing business, this newly created role is based at the Leeds site. With continued growth and expanding responsibilities, the employer is strengthening their finance team and looking for a financial controller to help drive operational excellence.

The successful Financial Controller will be easily able to commute to LEEDS from surrounding towns & cities, including Bradford, Wakefield, Huddersfield and Halifax.

Key Responsibilities of the Financial Controller:

• Manage the general ledger, purchase & sales ledger
• Prepare, post, and review journal entries ensuring documentation and accuracy
• Ensure regulatory and policy compliance in all transactions
• Support month and year-end closing activities
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including expenditure, revenue, and assets
• Oversee invoice processing and maintain accurate inventory control
• Fulfill weekly and monthly payroll requirements

What You'll Need as the Financial controller

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong Xero knowledge and IT proficiency (Excel and ideally Power BI)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• A methodical, detail-oriented, and hands-on approach to finance

Salary & Benefits

• Up to 50,000 depending on experience
• 40 Hours per week
• 8% Combined pension (5% Employee & 3% Employer)
• 28 Days Annual Leave

To apply for the Financial Controller role, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.