Financial Controller

CV Technical Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Coventry is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee their finance function. You will lead the finance team, manage month-end processes, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with experience in a senior finance role, ideally in manufacturing or automotive sectors. This role offers a competitive salary of £70,000, and is perfect for someone with strong leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally in manufacturing, engineering, or automotive.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Prepare financial reports and present insights to senior leadership.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Microsoft Excel

Education

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Financial Controller - Coventry

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Salary: £70,000

A manufacturing company in Coventry is looking for a Financial Controller to lead their finance function and support business performance through accurate reporting, forecasting, and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end financial processes
• Prepare financial reports and present insights to senior leadership
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring consistency and accuracy
• Maintain compliance with statutory reporting, tax, and audit requirements
• Support financial planning for projects and capital investments
• Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls

Ideal Candidate

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally in manufacturing, engineering, or automotive
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and ERP system experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and attention to detail
• Professional, proactive, and business-focused approach

If this role is of interest, please send your CV