Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: West Bromwich, UK
Salary: Up to £70,000 (depending on experience)
The Role:
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will be responsible for leading the finance team, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and insightful analysis to support decision-making at all levels of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee all financial operations including month-end and year-end close processes
* Prepare timely and accurate management accounts, forecasts, and budgets
* Lead the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors
* Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
* Develop internal controls and improve financial processes
* Provide financial insight and strategic support to senior management
* Manage and mentor a small finance team
About You:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
* Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within manufacturing or industrial sectors
* Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and financial regulations
* Excellent leadership and communication skills
* Commercially minded with strong analytical capabilities
* Proficient in financial systems and Excel
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary up to £70,000, dependent on experience
* Company pension scheme
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Opportunity to shape and influence the financial direction of a dynamic and growing business
* Supportive and collaborative working environment