Recruiting the best qualified finance professionals across The West Midlands Location: Coventry (5 days a week on-site) Reports to: Managing Director Industry: Manufacturing Are you a commercially minded Financial Controller who thrives in a fast‑paced, operational environment? Do you enjoy owning the numbers, shaping strategy, and leading a high‑performing team? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business and play a key role in driving financial performance and continuous improvement. About the Role As Financial Controller, you’ll take full ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust reporting, strong cash management, and effective cost control. Working closely with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team, you’ll act as a trusted advisor, providing the financial insight needed to support key strategic decisions and long‑term business growth. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys balancing operational detail with big‑picture thinking. What You’ll Be Doing

Leading month‑end and year‑end close, ensuring accurate and timely results Preparing and presenting monthly financial reporting packs to Group Owning cash flow planning, credit control and working capital management Providing meaningful financial insights to support strategic decision‑making Delivering budgeting, forecasting, and risk/opportunity analysis Leading, mentoring, and developing the Finance team Overseeing project accounting and profitability tracking Acting as a strategic partner to senior leadership on performance optimisation Ensuring all statutory reporting, tax, and audit requirements are met Strengthening internal controls and driving continuous process improvement Reviewing and approving balance sheet reconciliations Supporting scenario planning, financial modelling, and investment appraisals Leading or supporting ad‑hoc financial projects as needed

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in a senior finance role within manufacturing Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Strong ERP experience and high proficiency in Excel (SAP desirable) Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines Strong analytical mindset and exceptional attention to detail Confident communicator able to influence stakeholders at all levels Experienced leader capable of developing and motivating a high‑performing finance team Positive, proactive, and solutions‑focused approach High levels of integrity, accuracy, and commitment to quality Desire to learn, grow, and contribute to continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

Real ownership of the finance function Close collaboration with the General Manager and SLT Opportunity to influence strategy and shape future growth A supportive environment where continuous improvement is encouraged

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Finance Industries Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr