Financial Controller (Leeds)

Part-Time Financial Controller - Leeds

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to support our construction client in Leeds on a Part-Time basis. Our client is a successful and growing business with an established reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service. With continued growth plans and investment in the future, they are seeking an experienced finance professional who can provide both financial control and commercial support to the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate monthly management accounts and financial reporting

• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital requirements

• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and maintain financial accuracy

• Develop and improve financial controls, systems, and reporting processes

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis

• Provide meaningful financial insight to support commercial decision-making

• Monitor business performance against key financial objectives

• Liaise with external accountants regarding year-end accounts and compliance

• Support senior management with strategic planning and financial modelling

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, profitability, and financial performance

• Provide guidance and support to finance and administrative staff where required

About You

You are an experienced senior finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness. You are confident working independently, building relationships across the business, and translating financial information into practical recommendations that support growth and operational success.

Experience within manufacturing, construction products, engineering, or a similar operational environment would be particularly beneficial.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience operating at Financial Controller level or above within UK businesses

• Strong management accounting and financial reporting expertise

• Excellent month-end, balance sheet, and financial control experience

• Demonstrable cash flow forecasting and financial planning capability

• 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 with SME accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, ICAEW, FCCA, ACMA) or Qualified by Experience with significant senior finance leadership experience

Working Arrangement

• £35 per hour

• 2 days per week

• Onsite in Leeds

Why The Part-Time Finance People?

We specialise in providing high-quality, flexible finance support to growing SMEs. Our team works alongside ambitious business owners, helping them improve profitability, strengthen cash flow, and make confident strategic decisions.

We believe finance should be practical, proactive, and commercially focused—not just about reporting numbers.

Eligibility

• Applicants must have a minimum of two years' UK-based experience operating at Financial Controller level

• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this position