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:
Staines-Upon-Thames
Salary:
£80,000 - £110,000 per annum + plus excellent benefits
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing

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