Financial Controller

Malvern

£75,000 - £85,000

Our Malvern-based manufacturing client is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the UK finance function and support its financial operations. Part of a larger Group, this is a key leadership role, overseeing core accounting activities, driving financial compliance, and strengthening internal controls across the organisation.

About the Role in Brief

You will manage day‑to‑day accounting operations, leading a mid-sized team of six and taking ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting. You'll support budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and variance reporting, ensuring the business has timely, accurate, and commercially insightful financial information. You will also play a central role in continuous improvement, audit coordination, and embedding effective financial processes.

What We're Looking For

• A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Manufacturing-sector experience useful but not essential
• Proven leadership capability and confidence engaging with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong technical skills, including advanced Excel and experience with ERP systems.
• A grounding in cost accounting and inventory management would be helpful

Please note that this role will be predominantly office-based and might average out at 1 day a week WFH after the initial settling-in phase.

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