Finance Controller Manufacturing
Sheffield
Urgent Requirement
Permanent or Contract Considered | Full-time
Travis Talent is recruiting urgently on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Sheffield for an experienced Finance Controller.
This is a senior, influential role within the site leadership team, suited to a commercially minded finance professional who is confident challenging spend, driving financial discipline, and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the business.
The Role
Reporting into senior site leadership, the Finance Controller will play a pivotal role in supporting operational and strategic decision-making across the business. You will act as a trusted finance partner, balancing robust financial control with commercial insight.
Key responsibilities include:
Acting as a strategic and tactical finance partner to site leadership
Full ownership of month-end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Managing budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
Providing clear, insightful financial analysis to support decision-making
Challenging costs and spending behaviour across the operation
Monitoring and explaining variances, identifying risks and opportunities
Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations
Supporting continuous improvement in financial processes and controls
What Were Looking For
Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
Proven experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong background in cost accounting, standard costing and absorption
Confident communicator, able to influence non-finance stakeholders
Commercially astute with the confidence to challenge and question
Proactive, inquisitive mindset with a drive to improve performance
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing business where finance plays a genuine strategic role. The successful candidate will have real visibility and influence across the site, with scope to develop further into senior leadership.
Benefits
Competitive salary
5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
Bonus / incentive scheme
Enhanced pension
Healthcare and wellbeing benefits
Free on-site parking
Cycle to Work scheme
Discounts on gym membership and retail
Paid volunteering opportunities
Apply now or contact Travis Talent for a confidential discussion.
Due to the urgency of this role, early applications are strongly encouraged.
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