Site Financial Controller

This is the senior finance role on site for our Tamworth based manufacturing client, with a genuine seat on the leadership team and the long term backing of a major international group.

Why this role stands out

• You will own the finance function end to end, sitting on the site Senior Leadership Team and shaping strategy, profitability and working capital rather than simply reporting on them.

• You will work closely with the Divisional Finance Director and Divisional Board, giving you real visibility across a multi layered group. For someone with ambitions towards divisional finance or a future FD role, this is a strong platform.

• There is plenty to shape. The business wants someone who will challenge the control environment, improve forecasting and reporting, and make a visible difference.

The role Reporting to the Divisional Financial Controller, you will lead site finance and a small team, covering:

• Monthly management accounts, quarterly forecasts and annual budgets, meeting all divisional and group reporting timetables

• Ownership of the costing and stock system, including product, pricing and customer profitability

• Developing P&L and cash flow forecasting, and working with the leadership team and Divisional Board to set and track KPIs

• Partnering with the business on strategic plans, growth opportunities and reducing the cost base

• Reviewing and strengthening internal controls, procedures and systems

• Oversight of purchase and sales ledgers with a focus on optimal cash flow

• Quarterly VAT, year end accounts for group consolidation, corporation tax packs and management of the audit

• Coaching and developing the finance team What you will bring

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience with a strong track record at a similar level

• Manufacturing experience, ideally including standard costing and stock

• Experience within a group reporting environment and of managing auditors

• Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge senior management

• Advanced Excel and data skills, with the ability to turn numbers into clear, practical insight

• A hands on, approachable style and a genuine interest in developing people