Assistant Financial Controller

Lead financial control at a major UK manufacturing site We are recruiting for an Assistant Site Finance Controller to join a major chemical / process manufacturing site in Greatham. The plant is entering an exciting new stage, with renewed focus on financial control, cost performance, working capital, forecasting and operational improvement . This is a key finance role where you will lead reporting, cost control, stock valuation, reconciliations, forecasting and financial governance across a complex manufacturing site.

What youll be doing You will:
Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting. Prepare clear analysis, reconciliations and explanations for site results. Lead site cost control, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis. Maintain inventory valuation, stock reconciliations and working capital control. Organise physical stock checks in line with corporate controls. Analyse site performance and provide insight to operational stakeholders. Lead balance sheet reconciliations and internal control evidence.

Manage audit requirements and financial compliance activity. Oversee purchase-to-pay processes, including purchase requisitions, service entries and invoice queries. Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting accuracy and cost visibility. Provide financial leadership and guidance to site stakeholders. What were looking for You will need:
To be a qualified or part-qualified accountant working towards CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent. Experience in finance, accounting, site finance, cost accounting or financial control. Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, forecasting and cost control . Experience supporting month-end, quarter-end or year-end reporting. Good knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to explain variances clearly. The ability to work accurately under pressure and meet reporting deadlines. Good communication skills with finance and non-finance stakeholders. Strong attention to detail, integrity and a proactive approach. Useful experience It would be beneficial if you have experience of:
Manufacturing, process, chemical, engineering or industrial environments. Product costing, stock valuation, inventory control or working capital reporting. SAP or another ERP system. Internal or external audit support. Purchase-to-pay processes. Direct and indirect manufacturing costs. Working with operational teams to support cost control and forecasting. Why apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a major UK process manufacturing site during an important stage of change and development.

You will have the opportunity to:
Lead financial control across a large manufacturing operation. Work closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Procurement and Supply Chain. Influence cost performance, forecasting and working capital control. Support key decisions through accurate financial insight. Make a visible impact on reporting, governance and financial performance.