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Cambridge
Head of finance
£70,000 - £80,000 a year
Posted: 10 June
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We're on the lookout for an experienced Financial Controller / Site Accountant to join a high-performing site leadership team within a leading FMCG business. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to step into a pivotal leadership role where your insights, initiative, and expertise will have a direct impact on performance and strategic direction. As a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you'll be the driving force behind delivering accurate, timely, and actionable financial insight that supports operational excellence and drives decision-making across the business. What you'll be doing: Taking ownership of financial controls, and site-level reporting Leading the coordination of month-end and year-end processes within agreed timetables Managing the rolling monthly forecast process, highlighting key variances, risks, and opportunities Partnering closely with Finance Directors, IT, and other cross-functional teams to design and implement standardised, scalable reporting processes across the European business Analysing legacy structures and transitioning the business to a more aligned and streamlined financial reporting approach Embedding best-practice controls within systems such as SAP and Innova Acting as a strategic voice on site, influencing decisions and leading change initiatives with confidence and clarity Promoting a continuous improvement mindset in all aspects of financial reporting and performance measurement What you'll bring: Proven experience leading an operational finance team within a manufacturing or FMCG environment A CIMA or ACCA qualification (essential) Confidence working with stakeholders across multiple departments and business units A natural curiosity and passion for improvement, always looking for smarter, more effective ways of working Experience with SOX (preferred) and a solid understanding of internal control frameworks Familiarity with SAP and Innova (or similar platforms) A hands-on approach to team development, performance coaching, and leadership Ability to set direction, inspire others, and build a high-performing, engaged finance function The ideal candidate will: Be a strategic thinker who thrives on solving complex problems Lead with empathy, clarity, and purpose Build strong cross-functional relationships and foster a collaborative culture Empower their team to think commercially and drive performance as if it were their own business Act as a champion for talent development, recognition, and success across the team This is more than a numbers role - it's about shaping the future of how finance supports operational excellence in a fast-paced, evolving FMCG environment. If you're ready to step into a role where your voice is heard, your ideas make a difference, and your leadership inspires others - we'd love to hear from you. Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Industry Food and Beverage Services Food and Beverage Manufacturing Employment Type Full-time Job Functions Accounting/Auditing Finance General Business Skills Financial Analysis Performance Measurement Finance Financial

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