Financial Controller

We have partnered with a high growth manufacturing business to recruit an ambitious Financial Controller able to take responsibility for the full financial management of the business; ensuring robust financial control, insightful reporting, and proactive support. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and operational involvement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and drive continuous improvement across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Own the month end and year end processes, delivering timely and insightful management accounts
• Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and treasury activities
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with strategy
• Analyse performance trends, risks, and opportunities, presenting clear recommendations
• Support operational teams with costing, margin analysis, and performance improvement initiatives
• Contribute to strategic projects, including investment appraisals, capital expenditure, and business case development
• Ensure systems are robust, secure, and aligned with business needs
• Undertake additional duties and projects as requested by Senior Leadership Team

About You

This is a pivotal role within the senior leadership team, ideal for someone who has the ambition, capability, and potential to grow into a Finance Director position.

Preferably qualified - ACA, CIMA, or ACCA; but experience is key - you will have the ability and experience to take responsibility for the full financial management of the business; able to demonstrate strategic thinking whilst maintaining operational involvement; ensuring robust financial control, drive improvements, and champion the values and principles of employee ownership, ensuring transparency, engagement, and shared accountability.