Financial Controller

Serve Talent; Colchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Plant Financial Controller for a key role in Norwich, Norfolk. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial leadership within manufacturing and be responsible for financial planning, reporting, and operational support. Fluency in Mandarin is essential as the role supports international stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity to impact financial performance and operational efficiency within the plant. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial leadership within manufacturing.
• Fluency in Mandarin is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Maintain strong internal controls.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.

Job description

Plant Financial Controller
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Employment Type: Full time
Salary: Competitive

Are you an experienced financial leader with strong manufacturing experience? This is an excellent opportunity to join a major production site as a key member of the management team, responsible for driving financial performance, improving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision‑making across the plant.

As this role supports international stakeholders, fluency in Mandarin is essential.

What you’ll be doing:

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Developing and managing annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Conducting detailed variance analysis to compare actuals against budget and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Preparing accurate financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Implementing, improving, and maintaining strong internal controls.
• Coordinating internal and external audits and supporting the implementation of audit actions.

Operational & Production Support

• Analysing production and operational data to highlight inefficiencies, scrap levels, rework, and productivity issues.
• Working closely with operational ...