Financial Controller
Manufacturing Business | Leeds area
£60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus
Robert Half Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a successful global manufacturing business to recruit a Financial Controller. This is a senior, hands‑on role combining financial control, business partnering and leadership of a small finance team. This is a great opportunity for a candidate who is looking for future career progression.
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will take ownership of monthly reporting, forecasting and controls, while partnering closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to support performance and decision making.
Key Responsibilities
1. Produce accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts and budgets
2. Lead, manage and develop a small on‑site finance team
3. Partner with operations and senior stakeholders, providing insight and commercial challenge
4. Maintain strong financial controls, balance sheet integrity and audit support
5. Drive cost control, margin analysis and continuous process improvement
6. Support group reporting within a global manufacturing environment
About You
7. Qualified accountant (ACA / CIMA/ ACCA)
8. Experience in a similar financial controller or finance manager role
9. Manufacturing or operational business background preferred
10. Confident people manager with strong business partnering skills
11. Commercial, proactive and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a visible and influential role within a stable, internationally backed manufacturing group.
What's on offer:
12. £60,000 - £70,000 DOE - Basic salary
13. Lucrative bonus structure
14. A range of benefits
15. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
16. Great opportunity for future career advancement
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.