Financial Controller

VanRath; Limavady; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Workplace pension

Private medical insurance

Early finish on Fridays

Career development

Global business environment

Job summary

VanRath is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee the finance function of a forward-thinking manufacturing and engineering organisation in Northern Ireland. You will provide strategic financial insights to support ongoing growth and drive robust internal controls.

Reporting directly to senior management, you will lead a finance team, manage statutory reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and partner with operations to optimise costing and margin analysis while maintaining compliance and

Qualifications

• ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified with relevant higher education or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in a senior finance role, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, or similar sectors.
• Proven experience managing finance teams and leading statutory and management reporting.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing costing, inventory management, and financial controls.
• Experience handling external audits and working with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly financial closes, produce management accounts, and deliver KPI reports punctually and accurately.
• Maintain robust internal controls, manage balance sheet reconciliations, and oversee cash flow reporting.
• Manage statutory compliance including VAT, corporation tax, and external audits.
• Lead manufacturing finance activities such as standard costing, inventory control, and margin analysis.
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and mentor the finance team, encouraging continuous improvement.
• Implement system enhancements and support automation initiatives to optimise processes.

Skills

ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified

Senior finance leadership

Manufacturing costing

Inventory management

ERP systems

Audits

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical ability

Team leadership

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Join a forward-thinking and growing organisation at the forefront of manufacturing and industrial operations, where innovation aligns with operational excellence. They are currently seeking a Financial Controller to oversee their finance function and provide strategic financial insights to support ongoing growth.

Salary/ Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Early finish on Fridays
• Life assurance cover
• Workplace pension scheme
• Private medical insurance (option to include family cover)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative environment within a dynamic global business

About your next employer

This established manufacturing organisation operates within the industrial and engineering sectors, serving a diverse client base across global markets. The company offers a close-knit team environment and utilises advanced processes and technology. Reporting directly to senior management, this role provides exposure within a well-known, reputable company committed to innovation and continuous improvement.

About you

• ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified with relevant higher education or equivalent experience
• Significant experience in a senior finance role, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, or similar sectors
• Proven experience managing finance teams and leading statutory and management reporting
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing costing, inventory management, and financial controls
• Experience handling external audits and working with ERP systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical abilities
• Resilient, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment

What you'll do

• Oversee monthly financial closes, produce management accounts, and deliver KPI reports punctually and accurately
• Maintain robust internal controls, manage balance sheet reconciliations, and oversee cash flow reporting
• Manage statutory compliance including VAT, corporation tax, and external audits
• Lead manufacturing finance activities such as standard costing, inventory control, and margin analysis
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support strategic decision-making
• Develop and mentor the finance team, encouraging continuous improvement
• Implement system enhancements and support automation initiatives to optimise processes