Financial Controller

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

Job summary

A UK manufacturing group based in Leeds is seeking a qualified Financial Controller to join their growing finance team. This role involves managing finances for a subsidiary, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing and a strong proficiency with Xero and Excel. Competitive salary up to £50,000, with flexible working hours available.

Benefits

8% Combined pension (5% Employee & 3% Employer)

28 Days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, hands-on approach to finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger, purchase & sales ledger.
• Prepare, post, and document accuracy.
• Ensure regulatory 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 weekly and monthly payroll requirements.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Strong Xero knowledge

IT proficiency (Excel and ideally Power BI)

Excellent analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

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 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.