Part-Time Financial Controller – Flexible Hours (Chorley)

Machine Tool Technologies Ltd; Chorley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Health cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Flexible working options

Job summary

Machine Tool Technologies Ltd, based in Chorley, is seeking a part-time Financial Controller to lead the Accounts function and a small team. The role reports to the Commercial Director and focuses on producing timely monthly management accounts, cash flow management, budgeting, and KPI analysis.

Ideal candidates are chartered or qualified by experience, with a background in engineering or SMEs and a proven ability to simplify complex financial information for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or equivalent experience.
• Experience in engineering sector and/or SMEs.
• Strong ability to translate financial information into clear business updates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and ensure timely production.
• Include adjustments for contracts, work in progress, and income recognition.
• Prepare cash flows, budgets, and variance analysis against actuals.
• Manage cash flow and monitor liquidity.
• Develop KPIs and drive profit improvement and efficiency measures.
• Review systems and procedures to monitor risks and information accuracy.
• Coordinate year-end accounts, audit, and tax with external accountants.

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Machine Tool Technologies Ltd, based in Chorley, is seeking a part-time Financial Controller to lead the Accounts function and a small team. The role reports to the Commercial Director and focuses on producing timely monthly management accounts, cash flow management, budgeting, and KPI analysis.

Ideal candidates are chartered or qualified by experience, with a background in engineering or SMEs and a proven ability to simplify complex financial information for stakeholders.