A Financial Controller in a manufacturing environment must combine robust financial leadership, hands‑on operational insight, and strategic decision‑making to support growth, efficiency, and compliance.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Financial Controller to join our growing manufacturing business based in York. This is a pivotal position responsible for leading the finance function, strengthening financial controls, and supporting the senior leadership team with accurate, timely insight.

You'll oversee day‑to‑day finance operations while driving continuous improvement across processes, reporting, and cost management. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, production‑focused environment and enjoys being close to the operational heartbeat of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial reporting - Produce monthly management accounts, board packs, and KPI dashboards with clear analysis and commentary.
• Budgeting & forecasting - Lead annual budgeting cycles and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with operational and commercial plans.
• Cost control - Monitor manufacturing costs, margins, variances, and stock valuations, working closely with production teams.
• Cashflow management - Maintain strong cashflow forecasting and oversee working capital performance.
• Audit & compliance - Ensure statutory compliance, manage year‑end processes, and liaise with external auditors.
• Team leadership - Manage and develop a small finance team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and improvement.
• Process improvement - Strengthen internal controls, streamline reporting, and enhance systems to support business efficiency.

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent.
• Confident working with ERP systems and Excel.
• Commercially minded, with the ability to challenge, influence, and support decision‑
• Hands‑on, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the finance function during an exciting period of growth.
• A collaborative culture where your ideas and expertise will make a real impact.
• A stable, well‑established manufacturing business with strong local roots in York.

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