Your newpany A successful manufacturing group is seeking a talented and business-focussed Financial Controller with experience within the manufacturing sector, to take ownership of product costing, inventory optimisation, statutory & management reporting, financial planning, and play a key role in the drive for continuous process improvement, ERP development, and profitable growth for a market-leading international organisation.
Your new role The Financial Controller will take full responsibility for financial management, reporting, andpliance across UK and European operations.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Product Costing & Margin Analysis – Deliver accurate costing and profitability insights.
2. Inventory Optimisation – Manage cost efficiency and supply.
3. ERP Implementation – Play a key role in the rollout of a new ERP system.
4. Management & Financial Reporting – Provide timely, accurate reporting to Group and local leadership.
5. Budgeting & Forecasting – Drive annual planning and performance monitoring.
6. Working Capital & Cash Management – Optimise liquidity and financial efficiency.
7. People Management & Development & Continuous Process Improvement.
8. IT & Systems Coordination – Support technology upgrades and process improvements.
9. Additional duties include capital ROI analysis, payroll and pensions.
What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
10. Proven experience in financial leadership within manufacturing or industrial sectors.
11. Strong knowledge of cost accounting, ERP systems, and financial reporting standards.
12. Ability to influence at all levels and deliver strategic insights.
13. A hands-on approach with a focus on process improvement and business performance.
What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity where you can really shape finance & IT systems, influence strategy and profitable performance for a successful international manufacturing organisation.
Apetitive salary in the region of £70,000 to £75,000
Car or Car Allowance
Good Enhanced Pension
Discretionary Bonus
Health Insurance – Individual or family
Life Assurance
Holidays: 26 days plus 8 bank holidays – and rising
Hybrid working