Financial Controller

Company: Jobwise Ltd
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Location: Bolton
Job Description:

Do you have experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager role? Do you have a background in the manufacturing or engineering sector? Are you looking for a career with a European wide company who have a history going back over 100 years? If so, this Financial Controller role could be just for you. As well as a salary of up to £70,000, they offer great benefits that include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, early finish on a Friday, healthcare, free parking and a great company pension.

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.What will you be doing as a Financial Controller?

  • Managing and maintaining the reporting requirements and both management and statutory accounts
  • Preparing monthly and annual financial reports for management review
  • Monitoring cash flow and supporting short- and medium-term forecasting
  • Budget preparation and variance analysis
  • Developing and maintaining financial controls
  • Staff management, development and mentoring of staff in accounts receivable and payable functions
  • Processing payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation
  • Completing year-end accounts preparation and statutory reporting
  • Liaising with external accountants, auditors and HMRC
  • Supporting with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting

We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

  • Previous experience in a similar Financial Controller or Finance Manager role within a commercial environment
  • Must have a manufacturing or engineering industry background
  • Highly skilled dealing with cash flow and budgeting
  • Detailed knowledge of management and statutory accounting
  • Experience dealing with a turnover of between £10 million and £100 million pa
  • Fully qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA
  • A proven track record of adding value in a fast paced environment
  • Experience of managing payroll processes
  • Staff management experience
  • The ability to work a fast paced environment
  • Strong skills in Excel with the ability to use VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
  • Able to work in a fast paced environment
  • The ability to deal with a variety of contacts and colleagues, including overseas

What will you get in return for your work as a Financial Controller? xwzovoh

  • A salary if £60,000 to £70,000, depending on experience
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • An early Friday finish
  • Healthcare cashback plan
  • Free parking
  • Company pension scheme

If this sounds like a Financial Controller or Financial Manager job you would love, please send your CV today.

Apply now by sending your CV.

Posted: April 7th, 2026