Financial Controller - Interim

Financial Controller - InterimSalary: £60,000-£70,000Location: Devon - Exeter, Newton Abbot, TivertonHours: Full-time (part-time considered)

An established and growing manufacturing business based in Devon is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of management reporting, product costing and financial governance, while partnering closely with operational leaders to drive performance. This is an ongoing Interim Assignment.

Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will lead the preparation of timely, insightful financial information, ensure robust controls and processes, and provide clear guidance on profitability, cash flow and investment decisions. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys both detail and influencing at a senior level.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, KPIs and detailed variance analysis versus budget and forecast.
• Produce monthly balance sheet and cash flow reports, highlighting risk areas and recommending actions.
• Lead preparation of monthly management/board packs with clear commentary and insight.
• Analyse operational and financial performance, developing and tracking action plans with senior managers.
• Design and maintain accurate product costing and margin reporting, ensuring realistic pricing and profitability.
• Support development and implementation of financial and operational systems (ERP/MRP) to improve data quality and efficiency.
• Contribute to capital investment proposals, challenging assumptions and reviewing return on investment.
• Lead or support the annual budgeting and forecasting process, embedding ownership with department heads.
• Coordinate year-end processes, including audit preparation, reconciliations and statutory information.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures and internal controls in line with good governance.
• Present financial information to non-financial leaders in a clear, commercial and actionable way.
• Lead, mentor and develop finance team members, setting objectives and supporting their ongoing development.

You will be joining a business that values passion, professionalism and continuous learning, and that encourages finance to be fully integrated into day-to-day operations. Please get in touch with Jamie Wall at Lloyd Barnes Recruitment for more information.

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