Finance Controller

Manufacturing Sheffield Urgent Requirement Permanent or Contract Considered | Full-time Travis Talent is recruiting

urgently

on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Sheffield for an experienced Finance Controller. This is a senior, influential role within the site leadership team, suited to a commercially minded finance professional who is confident challenging spend, driving financial discipline, and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the business. The Role Reporting into senior site leadership, the Finance Controller will play a pivotal role in supporting operational and strategic decision-making across the business. You will act as a trusted finance partner, balancing robust financial control with commercial insight. Key responsibilities include: Acting as a strategic and tactical finance partner to site leadership

Full ownership of month-end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Managing budgeting, forecasting and financial planning

Providing clear, insightful financial analysis to support decision-making

Challenging costs and spending behaviour across the operation

Monitoring and explaining variances, identifying risks and opportunities

Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations

Supporting continuous improvement in financial processes and controls

What Were Looking For Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)

Proven experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong background in cost accounting, standard costing and absorption

Confident communicator, able to influence non-finance stakeholders

Commercially astute with the confidence to challenge and question

Proactive, inquisitive mindset with a drive to improve performance

Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing business where finance plays a genuine strategic role. The successful candidate will have real visibility and influence across the site, with scope to develop further into senior leadership. Benefits Competitive salary

5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Bonus / incentive scheme

Enhanced pension

Healthcare and wellbeing benefits

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on gym membership and retail

Paid volunteering opportunities

Apply now or contact Travis Talent for a confidential discussion. Due to the urgency of this role, early applications are strongly encouraged.

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