Financial Controller

Our client is a fast-growing group of manufacturing businesses backed by an international ownership group with an active acquisition strategy. They are seeking a Financial Controller to lead finance for a key division manufacturing complex engineered components across two sites. With strong trading momentum and further acquisitions planned, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to make a genuine impact in a business with the investment and backing to grow.

Working closely with the UK Managing Director, you'll influence commercial strategy and operational decisions, while reporting on a dotted-line basis to the US corporate finance team. This is a visible, hands-on role where you'll work closely with both finance and factory teams. The role You'll lead an established team of four, balancing financial control with commercial insight and strategic business partnering.

Commercial and strategic Partner with the MD on pricing, investment and commercial decisions Analyse product and customer profitability, driving margin improvement Support growth through capacity, working capital and capital expenditure planning Financial control and reporting Lead monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting Oversee balance sheet integrity, inventory, WIP and cost accounting Manage cash flow, working capital, credit control and banking relationships Maintain robust financial controls, accounting policies and month-end processes Oversee statutory accounts, audit, tax and VAT with external advisers Deliver timely, accurate reporting to the US corporate finance team Leadership and improvement Lead and develop the existing finance team Improve systems, processes and KPIs as the business grows Translate financial performance into clear, actionable insight for teams across both sites About you Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Senior finance experience within manufacturing or engineering Strong commercial awareness, including product profitability and cost accounting Confident partnering with a Managing Director and reporting to an overseas parent Hands-on, visible and comfortable working closely with operational teams A natural leader who can develop an established team Acquisition, integration or high-growth experience would be advantageous Within commuting distance of Blackburn, with a regular on-site presence required An opportunity to shape the future of a growing manufacturing business.

£85,000–£90,000 salary plus annual performance-related bonus 9% employer pension contribution and private medical cover Real influence – partner directly with the UK Managing Director on key business decisions Exciting growth plans – join a £50m manufacturing division with an order book 25% ahead of last year A platform for progression – play a key role in future acquisitions and the next phase of growth An established team – lead four experienced finance professionals across a hands-on, commercially focused role Interested?

If you're a commercially minded finance leader looking for a role where you can influence decisions, support ambitious growth plans and make a tangible difference, we'd love to hear from you. Everlinked is operating as an equal opportunities employment agency.