Financial Controller

  • JMF ASSOCIATES
  • Maidstone, Kent
  • Jul 08, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

JMF Associates are exclusively partnering with a established manufacturing business based in Mid-Kent in their recruitment of a ACCA/CIMA Qualified Financial Controller. Reporting to the Managing Director you will oversee all financial operations, ensure accurate reporting, and support strategic decision-making. The Financial Controller will be a key partner to senior management both onsite and with the parent company, providing insights that inform business development and operational efficiency.

Key duties and responsibilities

  • Oversight of the day-to-day finance function - this is a standalone senior finance role.
  • Finance reporting for all key stakeholders as well as monthly reporting to parent company
  • Producing Management Accounts, reporting and KPI analysis
  • Oversee all transactional accounting duties
  • Finance Business Partner with sales and operational teams
  • Cash flow forecasting
  • Budgeting
  • Review and improve processes and procedures
  • Design and implement best practice financial controls

This role would suit someone who:

Requirements

  • With demonstrable experience in a similar FC / Finance Manager role
  • Qualified accountant - ACCA/CIMA/ACA
  • Experience within the manufacturing (or similar) sector would be advantageous, but is not essential
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
  • Comfortable leading a team
  • Strong communicator who is able to work with "non-finance" people
  • Hands on self-starter with own purpose and direct initiative.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable yet ambitious company and whilst being "hands-on" you will help shape the strategic decision making for the business. You will benefit from a collaborative work environment, ongoing professional development, and the chance to make a significant impact on business success.

If this sounds like a interesting opportunity for you then please apply or contact us for a confidential conversation about your suitability for this vacancy.