Financial Controller

We\’re partnering with an established manufacturing business in the West-Midlands that is entering an exciting phase of scale. As production volumes and operational complexity increase, the business is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to take ownership of day-to-day finance operations and ensure a strong, well-controlled BAU finance function.

Reporting directly to the CFO, you\’ll act as the senior finance lead on site, responsible for maintaining robust financial control, delivering accurate reporting, and supporting operational decision-making. This role is ideal for a technically strong, hands‑on finance leader who enjoys bringing structure, clarity and consistency to a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the monthly management accounts process
• Take full responsibility for P&L, balance sheet integrity and cashflow oversight
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes
• Manage working capital and support cash management activities
• Deliver clear, accurate KPIs and reporting for senior leadership, investors and lenders
• Ensure strong financial controls, compliance and statutory reporting
• Oversee CAPEX tracking and support investment appraisal processes
• Lead, mentor and develop a small on-site finance team
• Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and systems
• Support the business in preparation for a future ERP implementation

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Strong technical accounting background
• Previous experience operating at Financial Controller or senior finance level
• Experience maintaining and improving financial controls in an operational environment
• Commercial awareness with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insight
• Confident communicator, comfortable working with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to lead a small team effectively

Desirable

• Background in manufacturing, engineering or product‑based environments

If this sounds of interest, please reach out to Edward Haworth at Vivid Resourcing for a confidential discussion.