Financial Controller Location: Bridgwater, Somerset (Primarily site-based with occasional European and international travel) Hours: Full Time Salary: Competitive Our client is seeking a Financial Controller to join their leadership team. You will be responsible for overseeing all Finance and Accounting operations. Job Responsibilities: * Manage all accounting operations, including Billing, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, and Inventory. * Coordinate the preparation of financial targets and forecasts, reporting variances in real-time. * Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements and mandated group reports. * Oversee and execute the month-end and year-end close processes. * Ensure quality control over all financial transactions and reporting processes. * Manage and comply with government and statutory tax filing and reporting requirements. * Serve as a key business partner to the General Manager and contribute to strategic leadership discussions. * Manage and develop the finance team, ensuring effective performance management. * Direct the annual budgeting process, monitor variances, and update forecasts. * Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. * Support system integration and process alignment with group standards. Key Skills: * 5 years as a Controller and 10 years of overall accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing. * BSc or BA degree in Accounting or Finance. * CIMA, ACA, ACCA, or similar professional accounting qualification. * Proven experience managing the general ledger, performing month-end/year-end close, and creating financial statements. * Insight Track record of understanding, influencing, and supporting Operations