Job Description
Financial Controller opportunity, near Colchester, international manufacturing group.
What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity where you can really shape finance & IT systems, influence strategy and profitable performance for a successful international manufacturing organisation.
A competitive salary in the region of £70,000 to £75,000
Car or Car Allowance
Good Enhanced Pension
Discretionary Bonus
Health Insurance - Individual or family
Life Assurance
Holidays: 26 days plus 8 bank holidays - and rising
Hybrid working
What you need to do now
If 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 on your career. #
Your new company A successful manufacturing group is seeking a talented and business-focussed Financial Controller with experience within the manufacturing sector, to take ownership of product costing, inventory optimisation, statutory & management reporting, financial planning, and play a key role in the drive for continuous process improvement, ERP development, and profitable growth for a market-leading international organisation.
Your new role The Financial Controller will take full responsibility for financial management, reporting, and compliance across UK and European operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Product Costing & Margin Analysis - Deliver accurate costing and profitability insights.
- Inventory Optimisation - Manage cost efficiency and supply.
- ERP Implementation - Play a key role in the rollout of a new ERP system.
- Management & Financial Reporting - Provide timely, accurate reporting to Group and local leadership.
- Budgeting & Forecasting - Drive annual planning and performance monitoring.
- Working Capital & Cash Management - Optimise liquidity and financial efficiency.
- Compliance & Governance - Oversee statutory accounts, audits, tax, VAT, and GDPR.
- People Management & Development & Continuous Process Improvement.
- IT & Systems Coordination - Support technology upgrades and process improvements.
- Additional duties include capital ROI analysis, payroll and pensions.
What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Proven experience in financial leadership within manufacturing or industrial sectors.
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting, ERP systems, and financial reporting standards.
- Ability to influence at all levels and deliver strategic insights.
- A hands-on approach with a focus on process improvement and business performance.
What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity where you can really shape finance & IT systems, influence strategy and profitable performance for a successful international manufacturing organisation.
A competitive salary in the region of £70,000 to £75,000
Car or Car Allowance
Good Enhanced Pension
Discretionary Bonus
Health Insurance - Individual or family
Life Assurance
Holidays: 26 days plus 8 bank holidays - and rising
Hybrid working
What you need to do now
If 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 on your career. #
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