Finance Controller
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Location: Middlewich
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Department: Finance
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Finance Controller Middlewich
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Hours: 40 per week | Hybrid: 4 days office / 1 day home
About Delta Balustrades
Delta Balustrades is a UK-leading manufacturer of high-quality balustrade and handrail solutions, proudly supporting some of the nations most recognisable construction and infrastructure projects. From design to delivery, we combine technical expertise, exceptional service, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
With newly refurbished, modern offices in Middlewich and a collaborative culture built around our values Integrity, Ready to Learn, Anticipate, Dont Procrastinate, There Is a Way, and Whats Next? were entering an exciting phase of strategic focus and growth. As part of this evolution, were now seeking a talented Finance Controller to join the team.
The Role
Were looking for a hands-on Finance Controller to oversee the full financial function of the business. Reporting to the Finance Director, youll lead financial planning, ensure robust and accurate monthly reporting, support strategic decision-making, and strengthen financial controls across the organisation. This is a key role within an SME environment ideal for someone commercially astute, analytical, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.
Youll thrive here if you naturally live our values: acting with integrity, anticipating needs rather than reacting, staying curious, and bringing a there is always a way mindset to challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
Provide insight and analysis to support strategic decisions
Management Reporting
Deliver monthly management accounts, board packs, and variance commentary
Ensure compliance with accounting standards
Oversee monthly VAT and CIS submissions
Project Profitability & Margin Control
Partner with QS and Commercial teams on CVRs, WIP, and project profitability
Cashflow & Risk Management
Maintain strong cashflow forecasting and working-capital control
Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies
Financial Operations
Oversee AP/AR, balance sheet integrity, and fixed assets
Ensure timely month-end close (within 5 working days)
Improve systems, processes, and reporting accuracy
Stakeholder Support
Act as primary contact for auditors, lenders, and external accountants
Coach, support, and develop the finance team
About You
Experience & Knowledge
Strong financial and accounting experience (SME background preferred)
Proven Managerial experience
Experience in construction or manufacturing advantageous
Sage and Eque2/Construct Cloud experience beneficial
Exposure to audited accounts or FTSE environments desirable
Skills
Analytical and commercially minded
Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder influence
Highly organised and detail-focused
Strong problem-solver with project management capability
Effective IT proficiency
Qualifications
Degree in Accounting/Finance preferred
CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified (or working towards)
Strong academic background considered
Working at Delta Our Values in Action
We look for people who live our values every day:
Integrity You follow through, communicate honestly, and earn trust.
Ready to Learn You seek feedback, stay curious, and grow from experience.
Anticipate, Dont Procrastinate You plan ahead, stay proactive, and prevent issues before they arise.
There Is a Way You embrace challenges with optimism and bring solutions, not obstacles.
Whats Next? You move beyond the minimum, constantly looking for opportunities to improve and contribute.
Benefits
Quarterly bonus scheme aligned to company performance.
28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), increasing with service.
Additional holidays for values winners each quarter.
Enhanced pension contribution: where you choose to contribute above the statutory minimum, Delta increases its employer contribution by 25% of your additional voluntary amount.
Supportive and approachable leadership team committed to collaboration and learning
Modern, newly refurbished offices.
Regular team engagement initiatives, such as company-funded lunches, Q team meetings and values winners.
Hybrid working (1 day from home per week). xehkeey
Free onsite parking.
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- Location:
- Warrington, Cheshire
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Banking And Financial Services