Overview
Operations Controller Jobs in Stafford, UK at GCS Associates
Role: Operations Controller
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Industry: Manufacturing
Salary: 40,000- 45,000
Type: Full-Time – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Operations Controller – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Location:
Stoke-on-Trent (with occasional travel to Wolverhampton)
Salary:
Up to 45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Our client is seeking a commercially minded Operations Controller to join their UK team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting operational and financial performance across two UK manufacturing sites.
The position has arisen to provide additional controlling support while a senior leader undertakes an interim commercial leadership role. You will work closely with the Group Controlling Manager and UK operational management team, delivering high-quality financial insight to support business decisions.
What’s on Offer
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 1 celebration day (pro-rata)
- Full-time on-site for first 3 months (training), with potential hybrid working (1-2 days from home) thereafter
Based at the Stoke site, you may occasionally travel to the Wolverhampton site (pool car provided).
The Role Operational & Financial Control
- Monitor and report on production processes
- Conduct monthly production variance analysis
- Perform variance analysis (actual vs budget/prior year)
- Complete monthly costing and closing activities
- Lead the annual budgeting process for operational areas
- Analyse and improve working capital performance
- Analyse plant and non-plant operational costs
Commercial Support & Contract Management
- Act as a business partner in commercial contract negotiations
- Support contract discussions with the commercial team
- Manage rebate accruals, calculations, credit notes and payment follow-up
- Produce margin analysis, commercial reporting, and ad-hoc analysis
Audit & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with Group policies and financial governance
Investment Analysis
- Support investment appraisals (NPV/IRR analysis)
- Ensure projects comply with Group policies
Cross-Functional Support
- Partner across logistics, purchasing, statutory accounts, payroll, ONS reporting, and new product development
- Maintain and lead investment analysis processes
About You Qualifications & Experience
- Formal accounting qualification (AAT, CIMA, ACCA) or Master’s degree in Finance/Economics (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with in a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of standard costing and production processes
Technical Skills
- Strong financial and operational knowledge
Key Competencies
- Structured problem-solving and decision-making
- Ability to recommend cost savings and efficiency improvements
- Comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels, including European shared services teams
Success Measures
- Accurate and timely monthly reporting (P&L, variances, costing)
- High-quality standard costing and variance analysis
- Improved operational KPIs and working capital performance
- Reliable SAP support and investment appraisals
- Accurate rebate management and audit compliance
Our client is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
Interviews are typically conducted via Microsoft Teams during core hours (8am-5pm). In-person interviews can be arranged upon request.
If you are a proactive finance professional with strong manufacturing experience and a passion for driving operational performance, we would love to hear from you.
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Title: Operations Controller
Company: GCS Associates
Location: Stafford, UK
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