Financial Controller Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Permanent staff position Salary:£55,000 per annum Hours MonFri, 95 (Flexible working available) Were looking for a commercially focused Financial Controller to join a growing manufacturing SME and play a key role on the Senior Leadership Team. This isnt just a reporting role. Youll partner with the MD, drive profitability, strengthen financial governance, and lead a small, capable finance team. What youll be doing: Lead the finance function end-to-end Drive manufacturing costing & margin performance Oversee monthly reporting, statutory accounts & VAT Manage cashflow forecasting & invoice finance Develop and mentor a Finance Business Partner & Assistant What were looking for: ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or QBE) 510 years experience in manufacturing or stock-led environments Strong standard costing & absorption knowledge Advanced Excel & ERP skills (SAGE a bonus) Hands-on, commercially sharp, sleeves-rolled-up mindset To be considered for this role please click apply and submit a copy of your up-to-date CV.