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Financial Controller
Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 20.24 - 21.16 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Livingston, West Lothian
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Financial Controller
📍 Location: Livingston, West Lothian
💰 Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
📅 Start Date: ASAP
📄 Contract Type: Temp to Perm (4-month temp period with the potential to go permanent) Open to offering a permanent role straight away for the right person.
About Us
Our client is a busy, hands-on manufacturing business based in Livingston, and they're growing fast. They're proud of what they do and how they do it - and they're looking for someone who shares that mindset. If you're a confident, proactive finance professional who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As the Financial Controller, you'll be at the heart of our client's finance function. You'll take ownership of the numbers, help shape financial strategy, and work closely with operational teams to drive performance. This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a role where your input will be valued from day one.
What You'll Be Doing
Here's a flavour of what your day-to-day might look like:
Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts
Leading budgeting and forecasting processes
Managing cash flow and working capital
Preparing year-end accounts and liaising with auditors
Handling VAT returns, payroll, and statutory submissions
Supporting operational teams with financial insights and analysis
Improving financial controls and processes
Driving cost analysis and margin improvement initiatives
Getting stuck into ERP system improvements and data integrity
Potentially mentoring junior finance staffWhat We're Looking For
Must-haves:
Solid experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role
Strong understanding of manufacturing finance and cost accounting
Confident with Excel and accounting software
Great attention to detail and a proactive mindset
Able to work independently and meet deadlines
Clear communicator who can build strong relationships across the businessNice-to-haves:
Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
Experience with ERP systems like Sage, SAP, or Oracle
Previous experience in a manufacturing business or SME environmentWhat's In It For You?
A genuine opportunity to shape the role and grow with the business
Supportive team and collaborative culture
Potential for a permanent contract after 4 months - or straight away if you're the perfect fit
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