At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations and provide strategic insights for a growing manufacturing client.
- Company: Join The Part-Time Finance People, supporting ambitious SMEs in Stockport.
- Benefits: Earn £38 per hour with flexible part-time hours, 2-3 days a week.
- Other info: Enjoy a collaborative environment with opportunities for mentoring and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on business decisions and financial performance.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Financial Controller with strong commercial acumen.
The predicted salary is between 38 - 38 £ per hour.
Part-Time Financial Controller | Stockport
About the role
At The Part-Time Finance People, we partner with ambitious SMEs that need experienced finance professionals to strengthen their businesses. We're looking for a commercially minded Financial Controller to join our team on a self-employed Part-Time basis, supporting one of our established manufacturing clients in Stockport. We are looking for someone who has 2/3 days availability to support this client and future clients. Working closely with the business owners and leadership team, you'll provide practical financial leadership, strengthen financial controls and deliver the commercial insight needed to support growth and better decision-making.
What You'll Be Doing
- Producing accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Managing cash flow, forecasting and working capital.
- Completing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls.
- Improving finance processes, systems and reporting.
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting and profitability analysis.
- Monitoring business performance against key financial objectives.
- Liaising with external accountants on year-end accounts and compliance.
- Supporting and mentoring finance team members where required.
- Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, profitability and financial performance.
About You
You're an experienced Financial Controller who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness. You enjoy working closely with business owners, influencing decision-making and turning financial information into practical recommendations. Experience within manufacturing, engineering or another operational SME environment would be highly advantageous.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience operating as a Financial Controller within a UK business.
- Strong management accounting and financial reporting expertise.
- Excellent month-end, balance sheet and financial control experience.
- Demonstrable experience in cash flow forecasting and financial planning.
- Experience improving finance processes and internal controls.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence business decisions.
- Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS and financial analysis.
- Experience using Xero; knowledge of Sage 50 or QuickBooks is beneficial.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- ACCA, ACA, CIMA, ICAEW, FCCA or ACMA qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE) with significant senior finance leadership experience.
- Previous experience mentoring or supporting finance team members.
The Opportunity
£38 per hour
2–3 days per week
Onsite with our manufacturing client in Stockport
Work directly with business owners and senior leaders.
Make a genuine commercial impact within a growing manufacturing business.
Why Join Us
At The Part-Time Finance People, we believe finance should be practical, proactive and commercially focused. Our team partners with ambitious SMEs, providing experienced finance professionals who help improve profitability, strengthen cash flow and support better business decisions. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexible working, long-term client relationships and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Eligibility
To apply, you'll need:
- A minimum of 2 years' UK-based experience operating at Financial Controller level.
- The right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
On-site
Stockport, England, United Kingdom
£38 - £38 per hour
North West
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