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Financial Controller job near Warrington Hays Senior Finance is working with a niche manufacturing company near Warrington which is owned by a larger, International Group. The business has over 20 years of operating in the UK from their modern facilities. Due to ongoing growth and restructuring of the finance department they are looking to appoint a qualified Financial Controller. As Financial Controller you will join the Senior Management team and work closely with the COO and Group Finance to manage all financial aspects of the business. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality financial management, controlling working capital, supporting strategic decision-making, and assisting in delivering future growth. Key Duties - Lead, manage, mentor and develop a dedicated Administration & Finance team of five - embedding a culture of financial discipline, accuracy and continuous improvement.Produce the monthly management accounts pack reporting to the Group Financial Controller and Group CFO, as well as the local SMT; analyse and refine processes to improve the timeliness, accuracy, and clarity of management information.Provide commercial financial analysis and insight to support the Senior Management Team and assist in decision-making across projects and operations.Support strategic financial planning, including cash forecasts monitoring project performance against forecasts.Work closely with the Group CFO, COO and the Senior Management Team to manage working capital - including cash flow, cash forecasting and credit control.Oversee all financial operations including, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, expenditure control, allocation/journal entries and financial reconciliations.Ensure payroll processing is accurate and timely.Review, plan and implement improvements to systems, controls and processes - aligning finance workflows with other departments (Laboratories, Logistics, Customer Services).Maintain documented finance procedures, accounting policies, and ensure adherence to key controls and compliance requirements (incl. UK GAAP, tax, VAT, CIS/reverse-charge if applicable).Support the annual audit process - liaising with external auditors, preparing working papers, and ensuring timely delivery.Undertake ad-hoc financial projects and analysis as required by the SMT to support business planning, strategic initiatives, and growth. We are keen to speak with qualified accountants who are available to start at short notice - ideally no longer than one month. You must have a right to work in the UK and be based locally to Warrington. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Work for a growing manufacturer in a role with excellent progression Your new company A growing manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team in a fast-paced operational environment. Your new role You will be responsible for preparing monthly management accounts, analysing variances, maintaining accurate stock valuations, and supporting costing processes across the business. Working closely with finance, production, and warehouse teams, you will also support budgeting, forecasting, stock reconciliations, audits, and ERP reporting. What you'll need to succeed You will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified and have previous experience within a manufacturing environment, strong cost accounting knowledge, and excellent analytical skills. ERP experience is essential, with Sage X3 desirable. You will also have strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work to tight deadlines while communicating effectively with non-finance stakeholders. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative business offering long-term development, exposure to operational finance, and the chance to influence process improvements within a growing organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Finance Manager job near Runcorn for a growing SME System: XeroTurnover: £5mReporting: Managing Director; partnered with external accountants for year-endHays Senior Finance are working with a growing SME based near Runcorn. This established private company works with leading brands across the country offering a niche service and products. The business has been trading for 25 years and has long-standing relationships with its customers. Due to impending retirement the company is looking to appoint a Finance Manager to take full responsibility for all accounts matters. As Finance Manager you will own the day to day finance function end to end. This is a standalone role-ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves across transactional accounting while also producing timely management accounts, cash insights and partnering with the leadership team in a growing, project driven environment. You'll also liaise with the external accountants, who sign off the year end accounts. Key responsibilities Own all transactional finance: AP/AR, bank reconciliations, credit control, staff expenses, company card and petty cash, fixed asset register, VAT returns (MTD), payroll input/checks (with provider). Monthly close in Xero: journals, accruals/prepayments, WIP and project costings, stock and COGS checks, balance sheet recs, variance analysis, KPI pack and board commentary. Cash management: 13-week cash flow, customer collections, supplier terms, payment runs and liquidity planning. Project accounting: margin tracking by job, kits/components, engineers' time/call outs, and post implementation reviews to support continuous improvement. Budgeting & forecasting: support annual budget; update rolling forecasts and scenario analyses. Year end: manage queries with external accountants through to signed accounts and submission. Controls & compliance: maintain fit for purpose policies, support HMRC compliance (VAT, PAYE), and drive process automation in Xero (bank rules, approvals, dashboards, add ons). Business partnering: collaborate with Operations, Projects and Sales to improve margins, pricing discipline and working capital. About you Qualified, part qualified or QBE (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with end to end SME finance experience. Xero or Sage Line 50 superuser who enjoys streamlining processes and building insightful dashboards. Comfortable in a standalone setting-organised, detail driven and proactive. Exposure to project/contract or manufacturing/assembly environments is helpful. Strong communication skills with the credibility to challenge and support non finance colleagues. Confident producing management accounts, cash flow forecasts and board ready packs. Right to work in the UK. Why join? Make a visible impact in an established, growing business delivering innovative solutions for blue chip customers. Autonomy to shape the finance function and implement best practice processes in Xero. Direct access to decision makers and genuine influence on performance, profitability and cash. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Head of Finance job for a high growth Cheshire based healthcare manufacturer paying up to £95k + car and bonus Your new company You will be joining a PE Backed Global Healthcare Manufacturing Group based in Cheshire with leading products in their market. The company is going through an exciting period of growth and change, resulting in there being a need for a Head of Finance to support the business commercially, strategically and operationally. Your new role In this newly created role, you will be initially tasked with supporting the CFO in understanding the group's financial performance and providing insights to investors, the CEO and other key stakeholders. You will develop financial models to support new product launches and capacity growth, whilst spearheading strategic planning and decision-making, including long-term plans and ad hoc finance projects. You will coordinate budgeting and forecasting requirements across finance teams, whilst analysing business performance against budgets. You will also liaise with the Group Financial Controller to ensure compliance with group internal controls and risk management processes, whilst driving improvements at the month end close. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), with previous experience in Manufacturing, ideally within a fast paced and growing environment. You will need to have strong communication skills and be able to adapt and communicate with finance and non-finance staff members. You'll have a strong personality, with the ability to influence and drive decisions in a fast paced environment. The client has expressed that it would be ideal for someone with exposure to transactions / M&A / due diligence due to the future plans of the group. What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive salary of up to £95k + car, bonus and 10% pension, alongside brilliant opportunities to be at the forefront of business critical decisions. The business has a fantastic culture, and you'll be joining a well renowned international healthcare manufacturing business based in Cheshire, with the office being nearby to public transport, restaurants, shops and local amenities. The role offers a hybrid model and amazing progression and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

We are working with a global manufacturing business who have long-term partnerships with a number of household names that are instantly recognisable. With that, the position of management accountant is offered with excellent prospects for further career progression. Offered on a hybrid working pattern, this position would suit someone who has already established themselves as a technically strong click apply for full job details

We are working with a global manufacturing business who have long-term partnerships with a number of household names that are instantly recognisable. With that, the position of management accountant is offered with excellent prospects for further career progression. Offered on a hybrid working pattern, this position would suit someone who has already established themselves as a technically strong click apply for full job details