Financial Controller

Staging It; Oldham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Oldham is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial strategies and processes. This role demands strong expertise in Sage 200 and manufacturing finance, providing significant contributions to both operational and strategic initiatives. The position offers growth opportunities within a supportive environment, along with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Supportive leadership

Opportunity to contribute to strategic projects

Qualifications

• Solid manufacturing finance experience is essential.
• Background using Sage 200 in a similar environment.
• Experience in continuous improvement or lean/Kaizen environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leading month-end processes and cash flow forecasting.
• Managing and developing a small finance team.
• Providing financial insight with operational teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Sage 200 expertise

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE

Job description

Financial Controller - Oldham | Manufacturing | Sage 200 Experience Highly Desirable | Route to Finance Director

Robert Half is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Oldham with a turnover of around £20 million. They're looking for a Financial Controller to step into a key role within their finance function.

This is a hands-on position, ideal for someone with strong Sage 200 experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll be reporting directly to the Financial Director and playing a central part in both the day-to-day and strategic direction of the finance team.

Financial Management & Control

• Leading month-end processes, cash flow forecasting, management accounts, and budgeting
• Ensuring robust internal controls and accurate, timely reporting
• Supporting the Financial Director with financial strategy and planning
• Managing and developing a small finance team, driving a culture of accuracy and improvement
  
  

Sage 200 Systems Oversight

• Acting as the internal expert on Sage 200 - improving processes, training others, and ensuring data integrity
• Working with external support to resolve issues and implement system efficiencies
  
  

Commercial & Operational Insight

• Partnering with operational, commercial and production teams to provide meaningful financial insight
• Producing reports and analysis to support decision-making and help the business improve margins and manage costs
  
  

Compliance & Audit

• Preparing for year-end audit and ensuring all tax and statutory obligations are met
• Supporting the FD with external reporting and stakeholder communication
  
  

What You'll Need

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE with solid manufacturing finance experience
• Proven background using Sage 200 in a similar environment
• Strong analytical and Excel skills
• Comfortable working closely with non-finance teams
• Experience in continuous improvement or lean/Kaizen environments is a plus
• Knowledge of BOMs, stock control, or job/project costing would be useful
  
  

What's On Offer

• A key finance role in a growing manufacturing business
• The chance to contribute to both operational and strategic projects
• Supportive leadership with scope to grow
• Competitive salary and benefits, depending on experience
• A role where your input will genuinely make a difference
  
  

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