Financial Controller

JR United Kingdom; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering business is seeking a capable Finance Professional to support the Finance Director. The role includes responsibilities such as preparation of management accounts, cash flow forecasting, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates are qualified (CIMA, ACCA) with strong accounting foundations and a hands-on approach, eager to develop further under mentorship.

Qualifications

• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Good systems skills – strong Excel is a given.
• Comfortable in an office and site-based role.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and associated variance analysis.
• Cashflow forecasting and budgeting.
• Liaison with departments across the business and clients.

Skills

Commerciality

Accounting

Financial analysis

Relationship management

System skills

Education

CIMA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Excel

Sage 200

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

My client is a specialist engineering business with a strong reputation and excellent client base. Due to growth an exciting opportunity has been identified for a capable and commercial Finance Professional to support the Finance Director.

The role will be varied and whilst strongly finance based, will also have exposure to and duties including broader commercial duties such as cost and ad hoc analysis. Duties will include, but not be limited to:-

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and associated variance analysis
• Preparation of project accounts and liaison with the commercial department
• Balance sheet management and control
• Cashflow forecasting and budgeting - for the business and for specific projects
• Liaison with departments across the business and clients
• Bank liaison and relationship management including account reconciliations
• Assisting in the support and development of an enthusiastic and committed finance team

The successful candidate will be bright, inquisitive, have strong accounting & finance foundations and be able to show real commerciality. You will also be:-

• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Be able to take responsibility in a hands on role
• Have good systems skills - strong excel is a given, ERP experience such as Sage 200 or similar is an advantage
• Be comfortable in an office and site based role
• Be keen to further develop their career under a proven mentor

It is a great role in a great business. Candidates who are available at short notice will be of particular interest. For more information and a confidential discussion, apply now.