At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial processes and support strategic decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Company: Established manufacturing business in Harrogate with strong growth plans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and direct access to senior management.
- Other info: Hands-on role with opportunities for professional development and team leadership.
- Why this job: Shape financial processes and make a real impact on business success.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance roles, strong accounting skills, and ability to influence stakeholders.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 75000 £ per year.
A manufacturing business in Harrogate is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to work alongside the General Manager and Finance Director. This is a hands-on leadership role combining financial control, business partnering and operational finance. You'll take ownership of reporting, controls, statutory compliance and support key commercial decisions across the business.
What you'll be doing:
- Leading the monthly management accounts process
- Ownership of annual budgeting and forecasting
- Acting as a finance business partner to the General Manager
- Managing year-end accounts and external audit processes
- Strengthening financial controls and governance
- Supporting strategic decision making through financial insight
- Overseeing statutory reporting and tax submissions
- Driving process improvements across the finance function
- Supervising and developing junior finance staff
What they're looking for:
- Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role
- Strong technical accounting background
- Experience working within manufacturing, engineering or a product-led environment
- Comfortable operating in a hands-on SME setting
- Strong communication skills and ability to influence non-finance stakeholders
Why consider it?
- Key leadership role within the business
- Direct access to senior management
- Opportunity to shape processes and controls
- Broad commercial exposure
- Stable business with long-term growth plans
Apply now.
Financial Controller in Harrogate employer: Headstar
Join a dynamic manufacturing business in Harrogate as a Financial Controller, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping financial processes and driving strategic decisions. With a strong emphasis on leadership and employee development, this company offers a collaborative work culture, direct access to senior management, and opportunities for professional growth within a stable environment focused on long-term success.
