Financial Contoller
JOB_53509214734531Job type
PermanentLocation
Groby, LeicestershireWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
to £85k + Bonus
Financial Controller opportunity, PLC business, North Leicestershire
Your new company
A global engineering and manufacturing organisation with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America. The business is undergoing an exciting phase of growth following a major acquisition, and this role sits within a high-performing division that delivers mission-critical technology to aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors.
A global engineering and manufacturing organisation with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America. The business is undergoing an exciting phase of growth following a major acquisition, and this role sits within a high-performing division that delivers mission-critical technology to aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors.
Your new role
As Financial Controller, you will be a key strategic partner to the VP Finance and divisional leadership team. You will lead all aspects of financial planning, reporting, compliance, and control across a multi-site international business. This is a hands-on leadership role with significant scope to influence business performance and drive continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
- Overseeing general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end close
- Ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SOX, and internal control frameworks
- Managing audit relationships and statutory reporting
- Driving improvements in financial processes, reporting accuracy, and cost control
- Leading and developing a team of finance professionals
- Supporting strategic initiatives and ad hoc projects across the business
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 10 years’ experience in manufacturing finance, including 5+ years in a Controller or senior finance leadership role. You’ll have strong technical accounting knowledge, ERP systems experience, and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders. Experience with US GAAP, SOX compliance, and international operations is highly desirable.
You will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 10 years’ experience in manufacturing finance, including 5+ years in a Controller or senior finance leadership role. You’ll have strong technical accounting knowledge, ERP systems experience, and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders. Experience with US GAAP, SOX compliance, and international operations is highly desirable.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary circa £80,000 with negotiation considered.
- Excellent annual bonus
- Flexibility for exceptional candidates
- Opportunity to shape financial strategy in a global business
- Career development within a high-growth organisation
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date CV or contact Neil Jones directly for a confidential discussion.
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