25 Finance Controller jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Title: Finance Controller
Location: Bolton
Pay Rate/Salary: £35,000 to £40,000
Hours of Work: Full-Time
Type: Permanent

We are hiring for a Finance Controller with proven experience in managing financial operations and leading small finance teams, based in Bolton. You’ll be working within a forward-thinking company in the construction and facilities management sector, ensuring smooth financial processes and compliance while supporting the wider business with accurate reporting.

Duties of a Finance Controller
In this role, you will be part of the finance function, working closely with senior management to maintain accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial matters. You will be responsible for:

· Coordinating the finance team’s daily operations to meet business deadlines
· Managing incoming and outgoing payments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
· Overseeing the finance inbox, prioritising and resolving queries promptly
· Chasing outstanding invoices and keeping detailed records of communications
· Running payroll with precision and compliance
· Handling purchase orders and invoice processes from start to finish
· Preparing accurate financial reports for senior management
· Supporting audits and ensuring regulatory compliance

Skills and experience of a Finance Controller
As a Finance Controller, you should have experience in:

· Managing finance operations, including accounts payable/receivable
· Using Excel for data analysis, reporting, and financial tracking

It would be beneficial to the Finance Controller role if you also had:

· Experience using Xero software
· Familiarity with industry tools such as Big Change
· Knowledge of invoice financing processes
· Understanding of HR documentation management
· Previous experience in payroll administration

What the client offers a Finance Controller
This client offers:

· Competitive salary package
· 5% pension contribution
· Professional development and career progression opportunities
· A modern office environment with a collaborative team culture
· The chance to be part of a growing, ambitious business

About the Client
Our client is a well-established and expanding company in the construction and facilities management sector. They have a strong reputation for quality and service, working across a variety of commercial and residential projects. You’ll be joining a supportive and professional finance team in a modern office space, where collaboration and efficiency are valued.

Next Steps:
Apply for this Finance Controller role through this advert. For more information, please contact Chloe in our Commercial team on (phone number removed).

If successful, you will need to complete our digital registration process (if you haven’t already). If you do not hear from us within 7 days, please assume your application has not been successful at this time, but we will retain your details for future opportunities.

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Job Title: Finance Controller
Location: Bolton
Pay Rate/Salary: £35,000 to £40,000
Hours of Work: Full-Time
Type: Permanent

We are hiring for a Finance Controller with proven experience in managing financial operations and leading small finance teams, based in Bolton. You'll be working within a forward-thinking company in the construction and facilities management sector, ensuring smooth financial .

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·    Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery in line with UK GAAP/IFRS requirements.

·    Ensure robust internal controls, governance, and compliance frameworks are maintained and improved where necessary.

·    Leverage strong audit expertise to manage the end-to-end external audit process, including the preparation of high-quality audit files and liaison with auditors.

·    Lead the consolidation of financial results across group entities.

·    Own the preparation and review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations, resolving aged items and ensuring accuracy of financial data.

·    Act as the primary finance lead for NetSuite, ensuring the ERP is optimised for reporting, automation, and compliance.

·    Manage treasury and cash flow processes, including daily/weekly forecasting, bank reconciliations, and oversight of banking relationships.

·    Work cross-functionally with operations, FP&A, and commercial teams to drive financial insights and support strategic decision-making.

·    Lead finance support for inventory and stocktake processes, ensuring integrity of stock valuations and reconciliation with financial records.

·    Ensure full compliance with all UK tax obligations including Corporation Tax, VAT, and PAYE, in collaboration with external tax advisors.

·    Play a key role in ERP development and process automation, ensuring financial systems align with business growth.

·    Partner with the Vice President of Accounting and senior leadership to drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and business operations.

Requirements

·    A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).

·    Significant audit experience, ideally trained in a top-tier accounting firm.

·    Proven hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP – essential.

·    Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and UK tax regulations.

·    Excellent analytical and financial modelling skills.

·    Advanced Excel and general IT proficiency.

·    A proactive and collaborative approach with excellent interpersonal skills.

·    Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a finance team.

·    Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

·    Commercially astute with a drive for continuous improvement and process optimisation.

Are you an ambitious accountant from manufacturing looking for a new challenge? Do you have strong communications skills and the ability to partner with business leaders? Would you say that you’re forensic in your approach to finance?

We are partnering exclusively with our longstanding customer, Carpenter Ltd who are a traditional and reputable foam manufacturer and converter based in the heart of Glossop. The Carpenter name holds strong values, and they have created an exceptional environment and culture while being part of a global group of companies. Their key values of honesty and integrity remain true to their reputation now, after almost 80 years in business.

They are looking to bring on board a Plant Controller who will essentially be responsible for the accounts across several Profit Centres. It’s a stand-alone role with no immediate staff responsibility; however, they do see the role evolving in the near future.

Reporting into the newly recruited Divisional Finance Director UK you will play a significant role in helping her design the future of the finance function in the UK.

With recent acquisitions to the group and regular investment and development to the site, it’s an exciting time to join.

About The Job

• You will join as Plant Controller and will have responsibility and ownership for all month end management accounts and standard costing activities for your own divisions.
li>Carpenter work on a collaborative basis so you will work closely with the leadership team to ensure cost reduction and efficiency by compiling and presenting Monthly P&L results, trend analysis, and appraisal of CapEx investment and profitability.
• You will provide in-depth and accurate variance analysis and complete balance sheet reconciliations.
• Your assistance will be required with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and investigating any anomalies.
• In time you will manage a small team.

About You

• We’re looking for someone who loves working with numbers. You will be analytical and forensic and will investigate any anomalies through to resolution.
You should be present and attentive with all departments – you will be happy popping down to the shop floor or into the purchasing department to discuss costings and wastage. < i>A corporate, yet personable mindset and attitude is needed.
• The ideal candidate would come from a background in manufacturing and ideally from a similar sized business of c£100m
li>It’s essential that you’re either fully qualified CIMA or ACCA or actively studying.
• There may be some need for UK travel to other sites, so some flexibility is required.
• This role is based on site, Monday to Friday – however the company understand that flexibility is sometimes needed during the working week and are happy to support this.

What You Get

< i>A salary of up to £65,000 which will depend on your level of experience / qualifications. li>Medical insurance.
• Great onboarding process, mentoring and support from the Finance Director and SLT.
• An early finish every Friday.
• Health and Safety incentives.
• Christmas vouchers.
• Death in service.
• Company sick pay.
• Length of service vouchers and additional holidays.
• Free parking.
• Study support if required.

About Carpenter

• From experience, Bowmay know Carpenter to be an exceptional employer. 90% of the roles we’ve placed across the business have been due to upcoming retirements.
They have amazing staff retention levels with some staff having been there over 30 years!
• The culture at Carpenter is fantastic, so much so, all of the people we have placed there over the years are still there and several have had promotions.
• Carpenter is located in the heart of Glossop and is the largest site in the UK group.

If you think this role sounds like a good match, then please apply now or contact Lucy Bailey for a confidential and open chat. If you don’t necessarily tick all of the boxes, please still apply or call to discuss further.

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Finance Controller to join a reputable construction company in Staffordshire. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining robust financial controls. You will work closely with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making and financial planning, providing insightful analysis to optimise business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function, including management of accounts payable, receivable, payroll, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
li>Prepare and present accurate monthly management accounts, financial statements and performance reviews
• Monitor project profitability, job costing and margin analysis
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including VAT, PAYE and CIS submissions
• Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors and banking partners
• Provide financial insight and strategic input to senior leadership team and support business planning and investment decisions

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a Finance Controller or similar role within the construction 
li>Strong understanding of project based accounting, CIS and construction contract financials
• Working knowledge of financial reporting and accounting practices
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to analyse complex financial data and prepare detailed reports
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office applications
• Relevant professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is preferred

This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic company with a collaborative work environment. Benefits include competitive salary packages, ongoing professional development, and career progression opportunities within the organisation.

Please Note: We do not contact or write to unsuccessful candidates. If we have not contacted you within 48 hours of your application, you should presume that your application was unsuccessful. By applying for this vacancy, you are permitting for Think Office Recruitment Ltd to contact you and retain your details.  

Are you an ambitious accountant from manufacturing looking for a new challenge? Do you have strong communications skills and the ability to partner with business leaders? Would you say that you’re forensic in your approach to finance?

We are partnering exclusively with our longstanding customer, Carpenter Ltd who are a traditional and reputable foam manufacturer and converter based in the heart of Glossop. The Carpenter name holds strong values, and they have created an exceptional environment and culture while being part of a global group of companies. Their key values of honesty and integrity remain true to their reputation now, after almost 80 years in business.

They are looking to bring on board a Plant Controller who will essentially be responsible for the accounts across several Profit Centres. It’s a stand-alone role with no immediate staff responsibility; however, they do see the role evolving in the near future.

Reporting into the newly recruited Divisional Finance Director UK you will play a significant role in helping her design the future of the finance function in the UK.

With recent acquisitions to the group and regular investment and development to the site, it’s an exciting time to join.

About The Job

• You will join as Plant Controller and will have responsibility and ownership for all month end management accounts and standard costing activities for your own divisions.
li>Carpenter work on a collaborative basis so you will work closely with the leadership team to ensure cost reduction and efficiency by compiling and presenting Monthly P&L results, trend analysis, and appraisal of CapEx investment and profitability.
• You will provide in-depth and accurate variance analysis and complete balance sheet reconciliations.
• Your assistance will be required with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and investigating any anomalies.
• In time you will manage a small team.

About You

• We’re looking for someone who loves working with numbers. You will be analytical and forensic and will investigate any anomalies through to resolution.
You should be present and attentive with all departments – you will be happy popping down to the shop floor or into the purchasing department to discuss costings and wastage. < i>A corporate, yet personable mindset and attitude is needed.
• The ideal candidate would come from a background in manufacturing and ideally from a similar sized business of c£100m
li>It’s essential that you’re either fully qualified CIMA or ACCA or actively studying.
• There may be some need for UK travel to other sites, so some flexibility is required.
• This role is based on site, Monday to Friday – however the company understand that flexibility is sometimes needed during the working week and are happy to support this.

What You Get

< i>A salary of up to £65,000 which will depend on your level of experience / qualifications. li>Medical insurance.
• Great onboarding process, mentoring and support from the Finance Director and SLT.
• An early finish every Friday.
• Health and Safety incentives.
• Christmas vouchers.
• Death in service.
• Company sick pay.
• Length of service vouchers and additional holidays.
• Free parking.
• Study support if required.

About Carpenter

• From experience, Bowmay know Carpenter to be an exceptional employer. 90% of the roles we’ve placed across the business have been due to upcoming retirements.
They have amazing staff retention levels with some staff having been there over 30 years!
• The culture at Carpenter is fantastic, so much so, all of the people we have placed there over the years are still there and several have had promotions.
• Carpenter is located in the heart of Glossop and is the largest site in the UK group.

If you think this role sounds like a good match, then please apply now or contact Lucy Bailey for a confidential and open chat. If you don’t necessarily tick all of the boxes, please still apply or call to discuss further.

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Finance Controller to join a reputable construction company in Staffordshire. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining robust financial controls. You will work closely with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making and financial planning, providing insightful analysis to optimise business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function, including management of accounts payable, receivable, payroll, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
li>Prepare and present accurate monthly management accounts, financial statements and performance reviews
• Monitor project profitability, job costing and margin analysis
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including VAT, PAYE and CIS submissions
• Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors and banking partners
• Provide financial insight and strategic input to senior leadership team and support business planning and investment decisions

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a Finance Controller or similar role within the construction 
li>Strong understanding of project based accounting, CIS and construction contract financials
• Working knowledge of financial reporting and accounting practices
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to analyse complex financial data and prepare detailed reports
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office applications
• Relevant professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is preferred

This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic company with a collaborative work environment. Benefits include competitive salary packages, ongoing professional development, and career progression opportunities within the organisation.

Please Note: We do not contact or write to unsuccessful candidates. If we have not contacted you within 48 hours of your application, you should presume that your application was unsuccessful. By applying for this vacancy, you are permitting for Think Office Recruitment Ltd to contact you and retain your details.