Financial Controller

Iconic Resourcing; Stirling; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Iconic Resourcing is looking for an experienced Financial Controller for a well-established SME manufacturing business in Stirling. You'll be the key financial lead, reporting directly to the Board while producing important financial documentation and ensuring accuracy.

This role includes managing payroll, coordinating audits, and supporting budgeting cycles. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants (CA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience in manufacturing, strong skills in Sage and Excel, and can present financial information confidently at Board level.

The company offers a competitive salary and benefits for a full-time, office-based role.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant preferred; experience in senior finance role considered.
• Strong knowledge of relevant financial software required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts with commentary.
• Take ownership of all financial statements and reports.
• Run monthly payroll process and ensure compliance.
• Manage quarterly VAT returns and audits.
• Support budgeting and financial planning.
• Identify and report variances and trends.

Skills

Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA or CIMA)

Experience in manufacturing or related sector

Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50

Strong working knowledge of Sage Payroll

Strong working knowledge of Excel

Ability to present financial information clearly

Detail-oriented self-starter

Strong organisational skills

Commercial mindset

Job description

Financial Controller

Iconic Resourcing is recruiting an experienced Financial Controller for a well‑established SME manufacturing business in the Stirling area.

Reporting directly to the Board, you will be the key financial lead for the business.

On offer is a highly competitive salary plus benefits for a full‑time role based in the office.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts with clear commentary on business performance, trends and variances.
• Take ownership of all financial statements, forecasts and reports, ensuring a consistently high standard of accuracy.
• Run the monthly payroll process, including commission calculations and all HMRC and pension submissions.
• Manage quarterly VAT returns and maintain compliance with applicable financial regulations.
• Coordinate the year‑end audit, prepare relevant documentation and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Partner with department heads to support budgeting cycles and forward financial planning.
• Identify and report on variances and trends, turning data into insight that supports sound commercial decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA or CIMA) preferred; candidates qualified by experience with a proven track record in a similar senior finance role will also be considered.
• Experience within manufacturing or a related sector would be advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50, Sage Payroll and Excel.
• Ability to present financial information clearly and confidently at Board level.
• Detail‑oriented self‑starter comfortable taking ownership within an SME environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Commercial mindset with a proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits, full‑time position in the office.

How to apply

Apply with your CV or contact Cameron Brown at Iconic Resourcing for more information.

Iconic Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be treated as such.