Financial Controller (Route to Finance Director) - Sheffield

Axon Moore; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving manufacturing SME in Sheffield is seeking a Financial Controller. This role offers the opportunity to develop into a Finance Director position, supporting a strong finance team and contributing to strategic planning. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with experience in similar organizations, particularly in manufacturing. Key responsibilities include financial management and oversight of budgeting processes.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with experience in a senior finance role within an SME organisation.
• Experience within the manufacturing sector would be highly desirable.
• Experience working within a privately owned/owner managed or family-owned business between £20m and £50m turnover would be highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of monthly management accounts and financial statements.
• Manage the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and operational teams.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and cost control, and ensure effective treasury management.
• Oversee all statutory reporting, tax compliance (VAT, corporation tax, etc.), and liaison with auditors.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Partner with operations to provide financial insights on manufacturing costs, inventory, pricing, and margin analysis.
• Support strategic planning and investment decisions with detailed financial modelling and scenario analysis.
• Drive system and process improvements, including ERP enhancements and automation of financial processes.
• Report financial performance and key KPIs to the Board and assist in strategic decision-making.
• Further development and refining of the costing system and information.
• Ongoing development and management of the stock ordering processes.

Job description

Overview

Axon Moore are supporting a thriving manufacturing SME in Sheffield to recruit their Financial Controller. This is a well-established, owner managed business with a proud history that has ambitious plans to develop further markets and revenue streams. This is an exciting opportunity to join the business as Financial Controller, with a direct route to becoming Finance Director in the near future. You will be supported by a highly experienced executive team, as well as a highly capable finance function.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of monthly management accounts and financial statements
• Manage the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and operational teams
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and cost control, and ensure effective treasury management
• Oversee all statutory reporting, tax compliance (VAT, corporation tax, etc.), and liaison with auditors
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets
• Partner with operations to provide financial insights on manufacturing costs, inventory, pricing, and margin analysis
• Support strategic planning and investment decisions with detailed financial modelling and scenario analysis
• Drive system and process improvements, including ERP enhancements and automation of financial processes
• Report financial performance and key KPIs to the Board and assist in strategic decision-making
• Further development and refining of the costing system and information
• Ongoing development and management of the stock ordering processes

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with experience in a senior finance role within an SME organisation
• Experience within the manufacturing sector would be highly desirable
• Experience working within a privately owned/owner managed or family-owned business between £20m and £50m turnover would be highly desirable