Financial Controller

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a successful and growing manufacturing business in Somerset as Financial Controller. With a strong reputation in its market, continued investment and ambitious growth plans, this is a business that combines the stability of an established organisation with the energy and pace of a company looking firmly towards the future.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director and forming part of the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in driving business performance, supporting strategic decision-making and leading the finance function through its next phase of growth.

As Financial Controller, you will take full ownership of the finance function while acting as a trusted commercial partner to the wider business.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team
• Producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts
• Owning the budgeting, forecasting and business planning process
• Delivering meaningful financial analysis and commercial insight
• Managing cash flow, working capital and treasury activities
• Partnering with operational and production teams to drive performance improvements
• Overseeing stock, inventory and cost accounting
• Developing robust financial controls, systems and reporting processes
• Managing statutory reporting, audits and compliance requirements
• Supporting strategic projects, growth initiatives and capital investment decisions
• Providing financial leadership across the wider organisation

To be successful in this role, you will be a commercially minded finance leader who enjoys operating within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will ideally possess:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification
• Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Finance Business Partner
• Manufacturing, engineering or production sector experience
• Strong understanding of stock, inventory and cost accounting
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
• Experience improving finance processes, controls and reporting
• The ability to influence and challenge senior decision-makers

• Salary of £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
• Opportunity to join the senior leadership team
• Significant influence over business strategy and decision-making
• Growing business with exciting future plans
• Collaborative and supportive culture
• Career progression opportunities
• Competitive benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements