Financial Controller

The OpportunityAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a fast-growing manufacturing business in Sunderland. This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of a modern production environment, offering real influence, visibility and the chance to shape financial performance as part of an ambitious senior leadership team.Your Duties/ResponsibilitiesAct as the senior on-site finance lead and trusted partner to the plant leadership teamOwn month-end close, management accounts and group reporting to tight deadlinesLead budgeting, forecasting and cost control activityStrengthen financial controls, processes and governanceEnsure compliance with group accounting policies and SOX requirementsProvide clear commercial insight to support operational decision-makingLead, develop and motivate a small on-site finance teamYou Will Be/Have:ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified, or equivalentProven experience in a senior site-based finance role within manufacturingConfident operating as the finance professional on siteStrong business partnering skills with the ability to challenge and influenceHands-on, adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environmentExperienced in SAP and group reporting systems (or able to learn quickly)An engaging people leader with a practical, commercially focused mindsetBenefits:Competitive base salary with performance-related bonusCar allowanceStandard 39-hour working week with flexibilityHigh-impact role with genuine ownership and ..... full job details .....