Interim Plant Controller

Job Opportunity: Interim Plant Controller (6-Month Contract)
Location: North Birmingham
Industry: Distribution
Start: Immediate preferred
Contract: 6 months (with potential extension)
Day Rate: Competitive (DOE)

Are you a commercially-minded qualified accountant with a passion for driving business performance? Our client, a leading distribution business based in North Birmingham, is seeking an Interim Plant Controller to join their team and provide critical financial leadership during a key period of transformation.

About the Role:
As Interim Plant Controller, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the site leadership team with strategic financial insight, robust cost control, and commercial decision-making. This is a hands-on role where your expertise will directly influence revenue growth and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
Act as the finance lead for the plant, partnering closely with operations and commercial teams
Provide detailed financial analysis to support pricing, margin, and revenue improvement initiatives
Drive cost control and identify performance improvement opportunities
Prepare and present monthly management accounts and KPIs
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across multiple departments
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes

About You:
Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Proven experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
Strong business partnering skills - able to influence non-financial stakeholders
Commercially astute with a focus on revenue growth and margin improvement

Available immediately or on short notice

Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to make an immediate impact in a dynamic business. You''ll work with a supportive leadership team and help shape financial strategies that drive real value.

Interested?
Apply now or contact us directly for a confidential discussion. Interviews will be held immediately.