Financial Controller

Antebillc; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected manufacturing business in Blackburn is seeking a Financial Controller to take full ownership of the finance function. This role involves preparing management accounts, overseeing budgeting processes, and providing data-driven analysis. The ideal candidate will have CIMA qualification, strong manufacturing finance experience, and advanced Excel skills. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000, alongside bonuses and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Proven understanding of product costing and profitability improvement.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely periodic Management Accounts.
• Oversee monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Provide detailed analysis of COGS and cost models.
• Act as SAGE X3 ERP lead for optimal use.
• Maintain and improve financial controls and documentation.

Skills

CIMA qualified

Manufacturing finance experience

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

SAGE X3

SQL

Job description

Financial Controller

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Are you an experienced manufacturing finance professional looking for a fully autonomous role where you can influence strategic decisions and drive performance? Do you enjoy owning the numbers, advising senior leaders and making a tangible impact on business growth.

Job Description

• Prepare accurate and timely periodic Management Accounts and performance reports
• Oversee monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
• Provide detailed, data-driven analysis of COGS, costing models and gross margin performance
• Act as SAGE X3 ERP lead, ensuring optimal use, robust processes and accurate reporting
• Maintain and improve financial controls, documentation and transactional processing
• Partner with Budget Holders, Production, Planning and Supply Chain to drive operational efficiency
• Support year-end audit activities and manage group reporting requirements
• Identify financial risks and opportunities, escalating issues where appropriate
• Contribute to special projects including business change, site expansion and process development

Person Specification

Essential

• CIMA qualified or QBE with strong manufacturing finance experience
• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role
• Proven understanding of product costing, cost control and profitability improvement
• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting and cost centre management
• Advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAGE X3)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and partner effectively with SMT
• Positive attitude, self‑motivation and commercial awareness

Desirable

• Experience with production planning or inventory control
• SQL report‑writing skills or MRP understanding

This is an excellent opportunity to take full ownership of a finance function within a respected manufacturing business. Alongside a competitive salary of up to £55,000 plus 10% bonus, you’ll join a supportive senior team and play a key role in influencing future growth and performance. If you’re looking for autonomy, impact and a genuinely progressive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV through the relevant link. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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