Financial Controller

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We are partnering with a highly respected, fast-growing global manufacturing organisation to appoint a seasoned

Financial Controller

to lead the finance agenda across Europe and Asia. This business combines engineering excellence with a strong commercial growth trajectory, backed by a leading private equity firm. This role represents a rare opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take full ownership of a multi-site international finance function, providing strategic insight, operational leadership, and strong financial governance within a complex manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Partnering Act as the go-to strategic finance partner for regional operations and general management. Lead AOP, forecasting cycles, and monthly performance reviews. Support investment decisions, pricing strategies, and operational planning. Accounting, Controls & Compliance Own the month-end close across European & Asian sites. Maintain strong internal controls and uphold GAAP and local statutory standards. Support external and internal audits and ensure regional regulatory compliance. Manufacturing Finance & Costing Oversee standard costing, BOM/routing accuracy, overhead rates, and variance analysis. Drive material and labour productivity reporting and continuous improvement initiatives. Reporting & Insight Deliver timely P&L results, KPIs, working capital analysis, and inventory performance. Build dashboards that give leadership clear, proactive insights. Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and elevate a talented accounting and finance team. Drive cross-regional process standardisation and data integrity projects. Candidate Requirements: Proven experience at Financial Controller within manufacturing Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Strong multi-site leadership exposure (international preferred). Deep understanding of standard costing, inventory, and plant accounting. A hands-on, problem-solving mindset and the confidence to influence senior leaders.

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Location:
United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Finance;Accountancy