Job Description
We have partnered with a high growth manufacturing business to recruit an ambitious Financial Controller able to take responsibility for the full financial management of the business; ensuring robust financial control, insightful reporting, and proactive support. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and operational involvement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and drive continuous improvement across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
* Own the month end and year end processes, delivering timely and insightful management accounts
* Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and treasury activities
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements
* Prepare budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with strategy
* Analyse performance trends, risks, and opportunities, presenting clear recommendations
* Support operational teams with costing, margin analysis, and performance improvement initiatives
* Contribute to strategic projects, including investment appraisals, capital expenditure, and business case development
* Ensure systems are robust, secure, and aligned with business needs
* Undertake additional duties and projects as requested by Senior Leadership Team
About You
This is a pivotal role within the senior leadership team, ideal for someone who has the ambition, capability, and potential to grow into a Finance Director position.
Preferably qualified - ACA, CIMA, or ACCA; but experience is key - you will have the ability and experience to take responsibility for the full financial management of the business; able to demonstrate strategic thinking whilst maintaining operational involvement; ensuring robust financial control, drive improvements, and champion the values and principles of employee ownership, ensuring transparency, engagement, and shared accountability.