Financial Controller

A manufacturing business east of York is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to take ownership of the day to day finance function and support the senior leadership team with timely, meaningful financial information.

This is a broad role suited to an experienced Finance Manager stepping up, or an established Financial Controller who enjoys working closely with the wider business in an operational environment.

You will act as part of a lean finance team, overseeing 2 members of staff department, operating on sage, and ensuring accurate and timely management infomation is provided to the MD and business stakeholders.

The role will include:

Production of monthly management accounts and commentary

Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning

Supporting board and senior leadership with financial reporting and analysis

Maintaining strong financial controls across the business

Balance sheet oversight, year-end support and statutory compliance

Monitoring working capital, stock and margin performance

Providing commercial support to operational and non-finance stakeholders

Reviewing processes and improving the quality of reporting

Supervising and developing a small finance teamThe business is looking for someone who:

Has experience in a broad finance role within an SME or mid-sized business

Is comfortable producing accurate management information and supporting decision making

Can combine strong financial control with a practical, commercial mindset

Is confident working with stakeholders across the business

Ideally has experience within manufacturing, engineering or another operational environment

Salary: £60,000 – £70,000

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