Financial Controller

Location: Staines

A well-established and growing manufacturing business in Solihull is seeking a commercially minded, hands-on Financial Controller to lead finance at site level. This is a pivotal leadership role within the business - combining operational involvement on the factory floor with strategic input at senior level. You'll act as the financial lead for the site, partnering closely with operations, supply chain and senior leadership to drive performance, improve margins and strengthen controls.

The Opportunity This is not a purely reporting role. You'll be embedded in the operation - understanding production, costing, labour efficiencies and inventory - while also leading the finance function and contributing to wider strategic decisions. You will have full ownership of site finance, with autonomy to improve processes and influence commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Lead all site financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting activities Own standard costing, product costing, variance analysis and margin improvement initiatives Partner with Operations to drive efficiencies across labour, materials and overheads Provide weekly and monthly performance insight to senior leadership Manage and develop the on-site finance team Strengthen financial controls across inventory, capex, working capital and compliance Support business cases, investment decisions and continuous improvement initiatives Act as key finance contact for external auditors and group reporting About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong manufacturing experience (essential) Proven background in costing, inventory and operational finance Experience managing and developing a team Hands-on and comfortable operating in a fast-paced production environment Commercially aware with the confidence to challenge and influence Systems literate (ERP experience highly desirable) Why Apply?

True ownership of a site finance function Direct exposure to senior leadership Opportunity to influence operational performance and strategy Stable but evolving manufacturing environment Clear scope to add value and shape the role This role would suit an ambitious Finance Manager ready to step up, or an established Financial Controller who enjoys being close to operations rather than sitting in a purely corporate reporting environment.