We are seeking a highly capable and driven Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in the financial management and strategic development of our group. This is a senior finance position suited to an ACA-qualified accountant with strong post‑qualification experience in industry, ideally within manufacturing and preferably aerospace.
The role will have responsibility for overseeing group financial operations, strengthening financial controls and reporting, managing cash flow, and leading the integration of a newly acquired subsidiary. For the right candidate, this role offers a clear progression pathway to Finance Director, based on performance, leadership capability, and commercial impact.
About Us
Brookhouse Aerospace produces a range of composite structures, producing monolithic and sandwich parts from a range of materials, including carbon fibre composite, glass and Aramid cured by autoclave. Brookhouse Aerospace also manufactures sheet metal fabrications and machined metal parts, fully supply kits and integrated assemblies. Specialist capabilities include a full range of surface treatments and dedicated Spares and Repairs capability.
What We Offer:
Holidays start at 28 days per year (including Bank Holidays) (Based on a 4-day week).
On-site – Occupational Health
Employee Referral Scheme
Corporate Health Cash Plan (Benefit in Kind)
Life Insurance
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Lead the preparation of monthly group consolidation and production of the consolidated monthly reporting pack for senior management and stakeholders
Design, develop, and implement a robust financial reporting suite and management tools for the newly acquired subsidiary to enhance visibility and decision-making
Ensure accurate and timely group financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls and governance
Lead the annual budgeting process and provide rolling forecasts.
Monitor performance against budget and report variances to senior management.
Take full responsibility for group cash flow management, forecasting, and working capital optimisation
Liaise with banks and financial institutions to maintain strong relationships, including review facilities, covenants, and funding requirements
Lead the integration of the finance function of a newly acquired subsidiary into the group structure
Establish and produce monthly management accounts for the subsidiary, ensuring alignment with group reporting standards
Implement consistent financial processes, controls, and systems across the group
Responsibility for Companies House filings and statutory compliance across the group
Act as year-end group audit lead, managing external auditors and coordinating audit deliverables
Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards (UK GAAP FRS 102) and regulatory requirements
Act as a key finance business partner to senior leadership, providing commercial insight and challenge
Support the development of scalable finance processes to support future growth and acquisitions
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function
Drive efficiency and automation across the group finance function
The Candidate:
Qualifications ACA-qualified accountant
Experience Minimum 3 years’ post‑qualification experienceManufacturing industry experienceAerospace industry experience
Knowledge and Skills Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and statutory reportingStrong experience in group consolidation and multi‑entity reportingProven track record in cash flow management and working capital controlExperience leading year-end audits and managing external stakeholdersStrong systems, reporting, and process improvement mindsetCommercially astute with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Personal Attributes Highly motivated, ambitious, and proactiveStrong leadership potential with a desire to progress to Finance DirectorDetail-oriented with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levelsResilient, adaptable, and comfortable in a growing, dynamic environment
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