Financial Controller Location: Newcastle upon TynePermanent staff positionSalary:£55,000 per annumHours MonFri, 95 (Flexible working available)Were looking for a commercially focused Financial Controller to join a growing manufacturing SME and play a key role on the Senior Leadership Team.This isnt just a reporting role. Youll partner with the MD, drive profitability, strengthen financial governance, and lead a small, capable finance team.What youll be doing:Lead the finance function end-to-endDrive manufacturing costing & margin performanceOversee monthly reporting, statutory accounts & VATManage cashflow forecasting & invoice financeDevelop and mentor a Finance Business Partner & AssistantWhat were looking for:ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or QBE)510 years experience in manufacturing or stock-led environmentsStrong standard costing & absorption knowledgeAdvanced Excel & ERP skills (SAGE a bonus)Hands-on, commercially sharp, sleeves-rolled-up mindsetTo be considered for this role please click apply and submit a copy of your up-to-date CV.JBRP1_UKTJ