Interim Financial Controller

Sewell Wallis is currently recruiting for an Interim Financial Controller to join a leading manufacturing business in South Yorkshire.This is a key role within the finance function, offering an experienced manufacturing finance professional the opportunity to take ownership of financial control, provide commercial insight and support senior stakeholders with accurate financial analysis and modelling.The role is initially offered on a 6-month fixed-term contract and is based in North Sheffield. Ideally, the successful candidate will be site-based, although hybrid working can be considered for candidates travelling from further afield.Reporting into the senior finance team, you''ll lead a small finance team while taking responsibility for financial reporting, standard costing, forecasting and financial modelling. You''ll work closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, using your understanding of manufacturing performance to provide meaningful insight and challenge.What will you be doing?Take ownership of the financial control and management accounting function within a manufacturing environment.Lead, manage and develop a small team, providing clear direction and supporting their professional development.Oversee month-end reporting, ensuring accurate and timely financial information is produced.Provide detailed analysis of manufacturing performance, identifying key drivers and variances.Own and develop standard costing, ensuring costs are accurate, robust and ..... full job details .....