Our client is a well-established UK manufacturing business and part of a wider group. With multiple sites and a strong governance culture, the business offers genuine scope to influence operations and performance. This is a senior, hands-on role with full responsibility for day-to-day financial control, reporting and compliance. The Financial Controller will lead a small transactional team, provide clear performance insight to senior stakeholders, and act as the principal finance contact for the business. Key responsibilities: Full ownership of monthly management accounts in line with group timetables Production of P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting with meaningful variance analysis Board and senior management reporting, including performance commentary Development and maintenance of robust financial controls, policies and procedures Leading the annual budget and forecast cycles, challenging assumptions where needed Business partnering with operational leaders to understand costs and improve margins Oversight of cash flow forecasting, banking arrangements and payment approvals Management and development of the purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control teams Leading year-end audit and statutory processes with external auditors and advisers Responsibility for VAT, corporation tax, payroll liaison and UK statutory filings Candidate profile: Proven experience within a manufacturing environment Strong background in management reporting, budgeting and cash flow control Experience leading audits and working with external advisers Confident, collaborative people manager with a coaching mindset Strong systems skills and advanced Excel capability Salary: £50,000 £60,000 IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.