Financial Controller

Job Title 

Financial Controller

Location 

Chester - Hybrid | 2 days remote 3 days on Site

About Us

Welcome to United Air Power Ltd – an Ingersoll Rand Business - and a leading provider of high performance compressed air systems, UAP provides a wide range of products and services that deliver long-term energy efficient solutions from generation to point of use. We offer turnkey solutions and manage the design, specification, and installation of compressed air systems.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Controller to join our dynamic finance team. Reporting to the Nordics, Mediterranean, and Distribution Commercial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. This position offers the opportunity to lead and mentor one team member, while also taking ownership of the full P&L and balance sheet management.

You will be instrumental in driving financial compliance, supporting strategic decision-making through insightful reporting, and ensuring timely and accurate month-end closings. This is a hands-on role that combines operational accounting with financial analysis, offering a broad scope of responsibilities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you thrive in a role where precision meets impact, and enjoy being a trusted business partner, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy in all financial records.
• Strong balance sheet controls including inventory review and control
• Review and reconcile sales, orders, and backlog to ensure financial integrity.
• Process credit cards, fixed assets, accruals, and prepayments efficiently.
• Conduct margin reviews to ensure profitability analysis.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy.
• Prepare weekly sales and order book reports for management review.
• Compile year-end audit documentation to support external audit requirements.
• Understand local SG&A (Selling, General & Administrative expenses) and contribute to annual budget preparation.

Basic Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Financial Controlling background desirable,  with a strong foundation for compliance and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial modelling.
• Knowledge of SAP & SAGE 50 accounting software is desirable
• Must have experience closing and managing the full P&L and balance sheet of company

Key Competencies

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey financial and non-financial information to stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail to ensure high standards of financial accuracy.
• Proven ability to manage workloads independently and meet tight deadlines.
• A confident and adaptable team player, capable of working collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

What we Offer

• Holiday Purchase Scheme – additional 5 days annual leave
• 5% Employee and 7% Employer Pension Contribution
• Westfield Health Cashback Plan
• Death in Service Benefit of 4x salary
• Cycle Scheme (After probation period)
• Electric Car Scheme (After 1 year of employment)
• Employee Ownership Program - 10% of salary in equity shares, after 1 year of employment 
• Costco Gold Company member, with access for employees to join
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Policies
• LinkedIn Learning – full free access
• O2 Reach

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Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.