Financial Controller

E3 Recruitment; Mansfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Mansfield is seeking a Financial Controller or Finance Manager. This pivotal role includes producing management accounts, overseeing tax returns, and leading a small team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with at least 5 years' experience, a background in manufacturing, and strong Excel skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £60k with up to 25% bonus and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

9% employer pension contribution

Life assurance (3x salary)

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in financial management roles.
• Experience in manufacturing with costing preferred.
• Strong management accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate monthly management accounts and reconciliations.
• Oversee VAT, tax returns, and payroll approvals.
• Manage and mentor a team of 3.

Skills

Management Accounting

Financial Control

Excel Proficiency

ERP Knowledge

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Financial Controller / Finance Manager
Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire (Hybrid: 3+ office days/week)
Salary: £60k + up to 25% bonus + private healthcare + 9% employer pension
Reports to: Head of Finance
Team Management: 3 direct reports
Permanent, full-time

A well-established and profitable manufacturing business is seeking a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or experienced Management Accountant to join its growing team.This opportunity offers a mix of hands-on financial management, team leadership, and improvement projects within a supportive and forward-thinking manufacturing group.

Key Responsibilities of Financial Controller

• Produce accurate monthly management accounts and reconciliations
• Oversee VAT, tax returns, and weekly payroll approvals
• Manage and mentor a team of 3
• Lead year-end audit prep and liaise with auditors
• Drive finance improvements with the Head of Finance and FP&A
• Ensure robust financial controls and support business-wide reporting

What you need to apply to the Financial Controller vacancy

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 5+ years experience
• Strong management accounting and financial control experience
• Background in manufacturing or similar (costing experience preferred understanding BOMs)
• Confident in Excel; with a sound knowledge of ERP systems and how they are integrated with stock

Benefits of Financial Controller:

• £60k salary + up to 25% bonus
• Private medical insurance & life assurance (3x salary)
• 9% employer pension contribution
• Genuine progression opportunities as the business grows

Please apply Now!