Financial Controller

Your new boss just got a promotion. Do you want to follow in his footsteps?

A family-feel SME in Bradford has recently promoted their Finance Director to MD, opening up an exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join under his mentorship. This privately-owned manufacturing business, known for its high-quality products, is primed for international expansion, making it a fantastic time to step in and make an impact.

Reports To: Managing Director
Direct Reports: Assistant Management Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Sales Ledger Clerk

In this role, you'll lead a dedicated finance team of three and take charge of financial strategy, operations, and reporting to support the company's ambitious growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Present financial results to the Board with actionable insights.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process with department heads to set realistic goals, and provide rolling forecasts to guide future planning.
• Cash Flow Management: Manage cash flow planning, working capital, and optimize processes for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory management.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure robust internal controls, oversee audits, and manage compliance with financial regulations and tax requirements.
• Operational Costing & Performance Monitoring: Oversee product costing and partner with production to enhance process efficiencies.
• Systems & Technology Collaboration: Work with IT to improve finance systems and play a key role in ERP implementation to streamline reporting, forecasting, and analytics.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Professional Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification.
• Manufacturing Finance Expertise with a solid grasp of costing and inventory management.
• Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, and digital finance tools. Experience in ERP implementation is a distinct advantage.
• Data-Driven: Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with data manipulation tools (Power Query, PowerBI, SQL, or similar).

This is a full-time, on-site role where you'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive meaningful growth. Ready to make an impact? Apply now by contacting Jenny Martin at or call (phone number removed).