Location: Hull

An established and growing manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead its finance function and play a key role within the senior management team.

This is a hands on leadership position responsible for overseeing financial operations, delivering accurate reporting, and partnering with operational teams to drive performance and efficiency across the business.

• Lead and manage the finance team, including credit control, management accounting, and purchase ledger
• Produce and present monthly management accounts, including balance sheet and profit & loss
• Deliver timely and accurate reporting to Group in line with deadlines
• Provide meaningful KPIs and financial insights to support operational decision-making
• Partner with senior management to improve cost efficiency and business performance
• Oversee stock control processes and stock takes
• Manage statutory reporting requirements, including VAT and CIS returns
• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing monthly forecasting
• Manage cash flow, including debtor and creditor performance
• Oversee audit processes and ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Develop detailed costing models and profitability analysis for projects and products
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including cost and efficiency analysis

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or an experienced Finance Manager ready for your next step up
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence operational decision making
• Hands on approach with the ability to engage beyond the finance office
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the business
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage competing deadlines