Financial Controller

Reed Finance are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing organisation to recruit a Financial Controller.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to take ownership of a regional finance function within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Reporting directly to the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in driving financial performance, strengthening controls, enhancing reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. Leading a finance team, you will ensure the delivery of accurate financial information while contributing to the continued growth and success of the organisation.

Duties Include:

• Contributing to the development and execution of business strategy from a financial perspective. 
• Managing the day-to-day performance of the finance department and leading the finance team. 
• Developing and documenting financial processes, accounting policies, and internal controls to ensure compliance and best practice. 
• Ensuring compliance with the latest accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements. 
• Producing accurate and timely weekly and monthly financial reporting for senior leadership and the Board.
• Providing meaningful financial analysis and insight to support business performance and decision-making.
• Supporting the preparation of rolling forecasts, budgets, and financial plans. 
• Coordinating budget submissions and preparing budget deliverables. 
• Driving improvements in working capital management and short-term cash flow forecasting. 
• Working closely with IT to optimise financial systems, improve efficiencies, and minimise risk. 
• Supporting the implementation of corrective actions to improve business performance. 
• Recruiting, developing, coaching, and motivating finance team members to achieve continual improvement. 

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). 
• Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership position. 
• Experience gained within a fast-paced operational Manufacturing Sector environment.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, controls, compliance, and statutory requirements. 
• Proven people management and leadership experience. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Strong systems knowledge and proficiency with accounting software. 
• Commercially minded with a proactive and solutions-focused approach. 

The Business:

Our client is a respected manufacturing business with a strong market presence and ambitious growth plans. Renowned for quality, innovation, and operational excellence, they are seeking a commercially astute Financial Controller who can provide strong financial leadership and support the ongoing success of the organisation. 

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary of £75,000pa to £80,000pa plus bonus Car allowance
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business strategy.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

I'm keen to speak with qualified Financial Controllers, Finance Managers, and Heads of Finance looking to take the next step in their career within a progressive manufacturing business.

If this opportunity sounds of interest, please submit your updated CV.