Financial Controller

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Financial Controller r to join a successful and growing manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional with strong leadership skills to play a key role in supporting operational and strategic decision‑making.

The successful candidate will lead and develop a small team while providing accurate costing and financial analysis to support business performance. You will work closely with operational and non-financial stakeholders across the organisation, helping to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making.

• Prepare management accounts including variance analysis , financial performance reviews and providing financial insights to support operational decisons making
• Assisting in the preparation and management of budgets and forecasts in collaoration with department heads and regions.
• Calculating and analysing stock globally.
• Interpret and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Provide meaningful financial analysis and reporting to support business performance
• Work collaboratively with operational and departmental leaders to provide financial guidance and support
• Lead, motivate and develop team members to consistently achieve objectives
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement effective solutions
• Support business change initiatives and adapt positively to evolving priorities
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of costing and financial data across multiple systems

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing finance, costing or management accounting environment
• Experience calculating and analysing direct labour, factory overheads and product costings
• Strong understanding of Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Excellent IT skills with confidence using multiple systems, including advanced Excel skills
• Experience working with reporting and business intelligence tools such as Power BI
• Previous leadership experience with a proven ability to engage, motivate and develop teams
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial colleagues
• Excellent organisational skills and a flexible, hands‑on approach
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement positive change

Our client is committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed. In return, the successful candidate will receive:

• Non-contributory 15% pension scheme
• Employee share ownership scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement starting at 32 days, increasing with service
• Additional leave throughout the year for special occasions, family time and community projects
• Life assurance cover
• Health cash plan
• Initial and ongoing training and development