Financial Controller | Manufacturing | Up to £80,000 + Bonus

Pearson Carter; Glossop; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturing business is seeking a Financial Controller to lead the finance function at two manufacturing sites. This senior role requires a fully qualified accountant with experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and team leadership. The successful candidate will manage financial reporting, compliance, and budgeting, while enjoying a salary of up to £80,000 plus bonuses and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus linked to performance

Excellent benefits package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with relevant certifications.
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment required.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end processes and reporting.
• Manage forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and statutory reporting.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory management

Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Excel skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant – ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Financial Controller Manufacturing Up to £80,000 Bonus

Pearson Carter is working with a leading UK manufacturing business to support the recruitment of a commercially focused Financial Controller. This is a senior, hands-on role covering two high-performing production sites.

As a key member of the site leadership teams, you will lead the finance function, provide insight to drive operational performance, and ensure strong financial governance across all areas of the business.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and experienced finance professional to step into a pivotal role with visibility, autonomy, and impact.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of month-end processes and reporting
• Manage forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
• Deliver financial performance reporting on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Lead cost accounting, inventory control, and analysis of production variances
• Ensure full compliance with internal controls, group policies, VAT and SOX requirements
• Present financial data clearly to operational and senior management teams
• Lead financial audits and support statutory reporting
• Oversee capital expenditure processes and associated accounts
• Continuously improve internal procedures and reporting systems
• Lead and develop a small finance team across multiple sites

Experience Required

• Fully qualified accountant – ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)
• Experienced in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, and production finance
• Experience with SOX compliance, VAT, and statutory reporting
• Proven track record of working closely with operations and non-finance stakeholders
• Skilled in Excel and financial systems, with an ability to develop and improve reporting tools
• Experience leading and developing a finance team

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £80,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus linked to company and personal performance
• Excellent benefits package
• Career development opportunities within a high-growth, industrial environment

Location

This is a site-based role across two manufacturing locations in the UK (within commutable distance of South Yorkshire and Greater Manchester). Flexibility in site attendance is provided, but on-site presence is required 5 days a week.

How to Apply

Apply now with your CV to be considered. For more information, contact [e-mail] or call 0191 406 6111 for a confidential chat.

Keywords

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