Interim Financial Controller (Fixed-Term Contract – 3–6 Months) Sunderland | Hybrid Working (Up to 2 Days Remote) Circa £65,000 to £70,000 (FTC Equivalent)

An established

manufacturing business in Sunderland

is seeking an

Interim Financial Controller

to join its finance team during a period of transition. This is a

hands-on Financial Controller role

within a fast-paced production environment, where the focus will be on ensuring the finance function continues to run smoothly and effectively.

Working closely with a small on-site finance team, the

Financial Controller

will play a key role in maintaining operational stability, supporting day-to-day finance activities, and ensuring robust financial controls remain in place.

This opportunity would suit a

recently qualified Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant

with experience in a manufacturing environment who is looking to step into a Financial Controller role and gain further exposure.

The Role As

Interim Financial Controller , you will be responsible for maintaining the smooth operation of the finance function while supporting the wider business. Key responsibilities will include: Overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the site Ensuring strong

financial controls and processes

are maintained Supporting and working closely with a small finance team Ensuring accurate financial reporting and meeting key deadlines Partnering with operational stakeholders within the business Providing continuity and stability within the finance function This is a

practical, operational Financial Controller role , focused on maintaining an efficient finance function rather than driving major change initiatives.

The Candidate

The successful

Financial Controller

will be a qualified accountant with experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.

You will likely have: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification Experience working within

manufacturing, engineering or production environments Strong understanding of

internal controls and operational finance A hands-on, proactive approach The ability to quickly integrate into an established team This role is well suited to someone who enjoys being

close to operations

and working within a collaborative, site-based finance team.

The Opportunity

Join an established

manufacturing operation with a busy production environment Work within a

small, collaborative finance team Hybrid working available (up to two days remote) Competitive

fixed-term contract salary equivalent to £70,000 Potential for the position to become

permanent

depending on circumstances Next Steps

If you are a

qualified Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant with manufacturing experience , and you are looking for an

Interim Financial Controller opportunity in Sunderland , we would be pleased to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this

Financial Controller opportunity. TPBN1_UKTJ