Company Details and Job Overview:A manufacturing business with a turnover in the region of £20m are looking to appoint a new Financial Controller. Established for 100+ years, this specialist business is firmly rooted in their market and are widely regarded as a market leader across a large customer base.With support from the Managing Director (a Chartered Accountant who has also operated in an Finance Director role), there are plans for this FC post to develop into a Finance Director role after 2-3 years.Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:• Starting salary depending on experience in the region of £55,000 - £60,000• Car allowance• 37.5 hour working week with flexibility on start/finish times• 12:30pm finish each Friday• Hybrid working (1-2 days per week remote if required, but the majority of the role must be performed on site)• 10% employer pension contribution• 26 days annual leave entitlement + bank holidays• Company sick pay (6 months at full pay)• Family private health care• Development to an FD role longer termYour New Role as Financial Controller:This is a pivotal appointment which provides decision making/strategic support, whilst remaining hands on in accounting duties. • Managing a team of 2 finance staff• Production of the monthly management accounts pack including commentary and analysis• Leading year end and audit, liaising with external bodies• Oversee payroll processing• Inventory management • Production of budgets and forecasts• Lead on projects including systems and process improvementsExperience & Qualifications Required to Apply:The successful candidate will be fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) and experience within a manufacturing environment is essential to include strong cost accounting knowledge. Staff management/supervision experience is required as well as proven ability to enhance existing systems and processes.This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.
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Kenton Black Finance
Posted 20 days ago, valid for 7 days
Preston, Lancashire PR3 5EH
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A manufacturing business with a turnover of approximately £20m is seeking a new Financial Controller.
- The position offers a starting salary between £55,000 and £60,000, with plans for the role to evolve into a Finance Director position in 2-3 years.
- Candidates must be fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) and have experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly in cost accounting.
- The role includes managing a team of two finance staff and overseeing key accounting functions such as budgeting, payroll, and inventory management.
- Key benefits include hybrid working, a 10% employer pension contribution, 26 days of annual leave, and family private health care.
