Financial Controller

CV Technical; England; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Coventry is seeking a Financial Controller to lead their finance function. You will be responsible for managing financial processes, preparing reports, and guiding the finance team. The role requires a fully qualified accountant with proven experience in senior finance roles, ideally within manufacturing sectors. Excellent analytical skills and advanced Excel abilities are essential. This position is Monday to Friday, offering a salary of £70,000.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with experience in senior finance roles.
• Proven background in manufacturing or automotive sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Prepare financial reports and provide insights to leadership.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Lead and develop the finance team for consistency and accuracy.
• Maintain compliance with reporting, tax, and audit requirements.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

ERP system experience

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent)

Job description

Financial Controller

Coventry

Monday to Friday

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.

Key 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 if of interest, please send your CV