Financial Controller

We are looking for an operations and commercial focused Financial Controller to join our senior finance and site leadership team. This is a high-impact role where you will provide critical financial insight, influence strategic decision-making, and drive year-on-year EBITDA improvement.
Reporting to the CFO, ensuring robust financial governance, and partnering with operational teams across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Reporting
* Deliver accurate, timely monthly financial reporting with clear, insightful commentary
* Own full balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations and audit support
* Lead the annual budget, forecasting, and mid-term planning processes
* Oversee statutory, tax, and group reporting requirements (VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax, etc.)
Business Partnering & Performance
* Act as the key finance partner to Operations, Commercial, Sales, Procurement, and Shared Services
* Develop and enhance reporting (including ERP systems) to support data-driven decisions
* Analyse sales, margin, and operational performance to identify opportunities and risks
* Support commercial activities including tender processes
Inventory & Costing
* Responsible for financial reporting of inventory across the business
* Setting annual standard costs and tracking actual performance against them
* Analyse and explain variances, ensuring operational understanding
CAPEX
* Oversee CAPEX planning, approval, and performance vs budget
* Produce and present business cases for investment
* Support major site investments and future development projects
Operational & Strategic Impact
* Drive cost-saving initiatives and track EBITDA impact
* Identify and implement improvements to processes and ways of working
* Contribute to long-term strategic growth through financial insight
Leadership & Team Development
* Lead, coach, and develop a small finance team
* Drive performance, succession planning, and continuous development
* Foster strong relationships across the business and external stakeholders
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Qualifications
* Professionally qualified accountant (or QBE)
* Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment (minimum 3 years)
* Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS
* Experience with standard costing and operational finance
* Advanced Excel skills
Skills & Attributes
Strong communicator, able to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders
Commercially minded with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Confident working in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
A natural leader who can motivate and develop others
Why Join Us?
Be part of a forward-thinking, growing business
Play a critical role in shaping financial and operational performance
Work closely with senior leadership and influence strategic decisions
Opportunity to lead change, drive improvements, and develop your career