Financial Contoller

Financial Contoller

Financial Contoller

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Reed

Groby, Leicestershire

2 hours ago

No application

About

Your new companyA global engineering and manufacturing organisation with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America. The business is undergoing an exciting phase of growth following a major acquisition, and this role sits within a high-performing division that delivers mission-critical technology to aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors.Your new role. As Financial Controller, you will be a key strategic partner to the VP Finance and divisional leadership team. You will lead all aspects of financial planning, reporting, compliance, and control across a multi-site international business. This is a hands-on leadership role with significant scope to influence business performance and drive continuous improvement.Key responsibilities include: Leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processesOverseeing general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end closeEnsuring compliance with US GAAP, SOX, and internal control frameworksManaging audit relationships and statutory reportingDriving improvements in financial processes, reporting accuracy, and cost controlLeading and developing a team of finance professionalsSupporting strategic initiatives and ad hoc projects across the business What you'll need to succeedYou will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 10 years' experience in manufacturing finance, including 5+ years in a Controller or senior finance leadership role. You'll have strong technical accounting knowledge, ERP systems experience, and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders. Experience with US GAAP, SOX compliance, and international operations is highly desirable.What you'll get in return Competitive salary circa £80,000 with negotiation considered. Excellent annual bonusFlexibi