Financial Controller

Cobb & Jones; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global industrial manufacturer is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations across three sites in a hybrid role. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and experience in multinational environments. Offering a competitive salary of £70k plus bonus, private medical, and 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, this is an opportunity to drive performance and shape the future of financial management within the company.

Benefits

Private Medical

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Genuine opportunity for expansion

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in multinational industrial environments.
• Strong IT and data analysis capabilities.
• Proven track record in cross-functional and international roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate controlling activities across three Plants.
• Manage monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Drive KPI tracking and production cost analysis.

Skills

Financial management

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Formally Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

Financial Controller | Sittingbourne, Hybrid | £70k + Bonus

We’re working exclusively with a global industrial manufacturer that’s making serious moves in the FMCG space. With operations across Europe and a reputation for precision, innovation, and high standards, they’ve recently expanded their footprint with three new plants across Europe. This is a business that doesn’t just talk about transformation — they deliver it. Now, they’re looking for a seasoned finance professional to take the reins and drive performance across these new sites.

Role Summary:

This is a high-impact, international role for a Controller who’s ready to lead from the front. You’ll be the financial lead across three Plants, with 3 dedicated site leads feeding in, shaping reporting, driving profitability, and building relationships on the ground. It’s hands-on, strategic, and ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments and knows how to get things done. If you’re sharp, resilient, and ready to make a difference — this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate controlling activities across three Plants
• Manage monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting in line with corporate standards
• Drive KPI tracking, production cost analysis, and customer profitability insights
• Partner with plant leadership and finance teams to improve results and efficiency
• Support investment proposals and financial justifications
• Ensure compliance with internal audit and group accounting standards
• Implement new processes and automate repetitive tasks
• Travel quarterly to each plant to build relationships and support development
• Act as a trusted business partner to operations and group finance leadership

Candidate Profile:

• Formally Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in multinational industrial environments
• Strong IT and data analysis capabilities
• Proven track record in cross-functional and international roles
• Experience implementing finance systems and driving change
• High standards, strong leadership, and clear communication
• Resilient, self-driven, and results-focused
• Comfortable with complexity and ambiguity
• Politely assertive, collaborative, and cost-conscious

On Offer:

• £70k basic salary
• Bonus
• Private Medical
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Genuine opportunity to have an expanding role and work with high-calibre individuals