Interim Financial Controller

Your new companyThis is a well established manufacturing business with a strong UK & Ireland presence and a reputation for high quality products. The organisation is continuing its journey of operational improvement and requires an experienced Financial Controller to step in and provide stability, leadership, and enhanced financial rigour during a key period.Your new role As the Interim Financial Controller, you'll act as a true Business Partner owning financial management, reporting, and control across the site. You'll lead the month end and year end processes, produce accurate management accounts, oversee balance sheet integrity, and deliver financial reporting to group level.You'll also supervise daily accounting activities, maintain financial controls, support budgeting and forecasting cycles, manage product costing and standard costing, and ensure statutory compliance including HMRC submissions. This role includes managing a small finance team, driving process improvements, and strengthening systems and operational reporting.What you'll need to succeedTo hit the ground running, you will bring:

• A recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong post qualification experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A structured, analytical approach with exceptional attention to detail.
• Confidence in financial reporting, control, costing, and operational analysis.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across all levels of the business.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, lead a team, and operate under time pressure.
• Advanced IT literacy and familiarity with UK and International accounting standards.
• Experience in people management, ERP improvements, or process optimisation (desirable)

What you'll get in returnYou'll join a high performing leadership team and play a critical role in shaping the financial direction and stability of the site. This contract offers variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to drive meaningful operational improvement. You'll also gain valuable exposure to a complex and fast moving manufacturing environment.What you need to do nowIf you're an experienced Interim Financial Controller and available to start at short notice, I'd love to speak with you. Please get in touch to discuss the assignment in more detail.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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