Financial Controller

Page Personnel; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a qualified Financial Controller in Mansfield, United Kingdom. This position involves leading financial planning, reporting, and compliance, with a focus on profitability and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in finance and be adept at team development. A background in manufacturing is preferred. The salary is between £75k and £80k with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in financial management and reporting.
• Experience in team development and process improvement.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and prepare statutory accounts.
• Drive financial performance and operational efficiency.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

GAAP compliance

Cost control

KPI implementation

Education

Qualified Financial Controller

Job description

• Year end, team management
• Management accounts, controls, partnering

About Our Client

£30m t / o Manufacturing group based in North Notts

Job Description

Financial Leadership & Strategy

Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the UK. Provide strategic financial insight to support commercial decisions, operational improvements, and long-term business planning. Partner with the UK leadership team to drive profitability, margin improvement, and cost control. Deliver analysis and recommendations on capital investments, pricing, and major customer agreements.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in line with GAAP and Group requirements. Prepare statutory accounts and coordinate audit activities with external auditors. Oversee tax compliance, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and payroll taxes. Maintain robust internal controls and ensure adherence to Group policies and financial governance standards.

Operational Finance & Performance Management

Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting systems, and operational efficiency. Support manufacturing and supply chain teams with cost analysis, inventory control, and production variance reporting. Implement and monitor KPIs to measure performance across financial and operational areas. Lead initiatives to enhance cash flow management and working capital performance.

People Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop the UK finance team to build capability and ensure strong succession planning. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance. Work cross-functionally to strengthen financial understanding across non-finance teams.

Group Collaboration

Serve as the primary financial liaison between the UK and the Group finance team. Align UK reporting, forecasting, and controls with global standards. Support group-wide initiatives, system upgrades, and strategic projects.

The Successful Applicant

Hands on, qualified, Financial Controller with an appetite for process improvement and Team development. Manufacturing experience preferred.

What's on Offer

£75-80k with progression opportunity