Financial Controller in England

Are you a Financial Controller who wants to be closer to the decisions that actually shape how a business performs? This role sits at the heart of a busy manufacturing site in Hull, working directly with operational teams and senior leadership to understand performance, improve margins and influence the direction of the business. It’s with a well-established £40m manufacturing group that has recently moved into employee ownership, creating a stable environment where finance plays a genuinely important role in how the site runs day to day.

You’ll report into a hugely experienced Group Finance Director and play an important part in the day-to-day running of the site. It’s not purely a reporting role. Alongside the core finance responsibilities, the position involves working closely with operational teams to help them understand performance, improve efficiency and make better commercial decisions.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of the management accounting and financial performance of the Hull site, supported by a small finance team. You’ll also work closely with colleagues across production, operations and senior management. Responsibilities will include:

• Producing monthly management accounts and overseeing the month-end process
• Forecasting, budgeting and variance analysis
• Preparing financial reports and performance commentary for senior management
• Maintaining daily and weekly performance dashboards
• Supporting operational teams with financial insight and analysis
• Contributing to process improvements and cost control initiatives
• Supporting audit, VAT and financial controls
• Playing a key role in the implementation of a new ERP system

This is a role where the successful person will need to build strong relationships across the business and be comfortable explaining financial information to non-finance colleagues.

The Business

The company operates in a specialist manufacturing environment and has built long-standing relationships with a number of key customers across sectors such as HVAC, automotive and industrial filtration. Many of these partnerships have been in place for over a decade, reflecting a focus on quality, reliability and long-term collaboration. The Hull site is a busy operational environment, and the finance team plays a key role in supporting performance and decision-making across the business.

What They’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), although candidates with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered. You’ll likely have experience working in a manufacturing, engineering or operational business and be comfortable working closely with non-finance teams. They’re particularly interested in someone who:

• Has a strong understanding of management accounting
• Enjoys working closely with operational teams
• Can communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues
• Takes a practical, problem-solving approach
• Is looking for a role where they can have a genuine impact on the business

Package

Up to £65,000 salary DOE
£8,000 car allowance (with company car option)
Private medical cover (BUPA)
Critical illness cover
4x death in service
24 days holiday plus bank holidays
Discretionary bonus
Participation in the Employee Ownership Trust structure

The role is primarily site-based in Hull, although some flexibility may be possible once you are established in the role. If you’d like to find out more, click apply now.