Financial Controller

Merseyside Permanent £70,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
The role is a hands‑on Financial Controller position in a fast‑growing manufacturing business, requiring strong technical skills and manufacturing experience. It offers significant exposure, autonomy and a clear path to becoming an FD as the company scales.
  • Fast‑growth business with real ownership and a clear path to FD
  • Work closely with a future CFO in a dynamic, innovative environment

About Our Client

The client is a high‑growth, venture‑backed manufacturing business. They operate across two UK sites, have a collaborative, inclusive culture, and are scaling rapidly, creating significant opportunity for impact and progression for the right person.

Job Description

The Financial Controller will lead the day‑to‑day finance function, ensuring accurate technical accounting across stock, costing, cash flow and monthly reporting, while maintaining strong financial controls in a manufacturing environment. They will work closely with the FD/CFO to support scale‑up activities, partner with operational teams across both sites, and help build the financial infrastructure needed for rapid growth, with a view to stepping into a future FD role.

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven expertise in accounting and finance within the Manufacturing industry.
  • ACA/ ACCA or CIMA qualified.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in financial software and tools.
  • The ability to manage and lead a team effectively.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary, up to £80,000 for the right candidate + bonus
  • Permanent position based in Merseyside.
  • Potential for career growth and development within the company.
  • Really flexible working environment.
Contact
Sophie Herring
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6942042
Phone number
+44 151 255 3759

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Merseyside
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sophie Herring
Consultant phone
+44 151 255 3759
Job reference
JN-022026-6942042