Financial Controller

Financial Controller / Senior Accountant

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 (depending on experience)

Working Pattern: Office-based with some flexibility / occasional WFH

Overview

Our client, a growing SME based in Huddersfield, is seeking a Financial Controller / Senior Accountant to join the business during an important transition period as the current Finance Director prepares for retirement. This role will work closely with the FD during a handover period and will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day finance function while ensuring robust financial processes are maintained.

This is primarily an operational accounting role (circa 70%), with scope for someone commercially minded to contribute ideas and support the continued growth of the business.

Key responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting financial reports.
• Managing cashflow and cash reconciliations.
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Managing and maintaining accurate financial records within Access Dimensions.
• Supporting the business with financial analysis and reporting using Excel.
• Ensuring strong financial controls and compliance with internal processes.
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities where required.
• Liaising with external accountants, auditors and advisors.
• Supporting operational teams with financial insight and reporting.
• Potentially overseeing one member of staff within the purchasing function.

Background of the role

• The role will initially work closely with the Finance Director to ensure a smooth handover.
• While primarily operational, the company would welcome someone who can contribute commercially and support the growth of the business over time.
• This is a hands-on role within a smaller finance team, suited to someone comfortable working across multiple areas of finance.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in a Financial Controller, Senior Accountant or Management Accountant role
• Strong experience preparing management accounts and VAT returns
• Experience managing AP / AR and cash reconciliations
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience using Access Dimensions or similar accounting systems would be advantageous
• Qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or strong QBE candidates will be considered
• Comfortable working in a hands-on SME environment

What's on offer?

• Salary of 40,000 - 50,000 depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join a growing SME during an exciting period of expansion following a recent acquisition.
• Structured handover from the current Finance Director, providing strong support during onboarding.
• A broad, hands-on finance role with exposure to all areas of the finance function.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and commercial growth of the business.
• Flexible working hours with the option for occasional working from home if required.
• On-site parking available at the Huddersfield office.
• Long-term stability within a well-established business.