Group Financial Controller

Filtronic; Sedgefield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm located in Sedgefield, UK, is seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead a finance team responsible for producing consolidated management accounts and driving business performance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong Excel and data analysis skills and experience in budgeting, forecasting, and team leadership. This role offers an outstanding salary and benefits package aligned with top sector standards.

Benefits

Outstanding salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience of partnering with CFO or Finance Director to drive performance.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or technology sectors.
• Proven ability to lead and develop finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a finance team of five colleagues with day-to-day responsibility.
• Production of the consolidated Group management accounts.
• Drive monthly business re-forecast and overhead cost review.

Skills

Strong Excel and data analysis skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling

Continuous improvement approach

Proven ability to lead and develop finance teams

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

ERP (NetSuite)

Job description

Filtronic is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance radio frequency (RF), microwave, and millimetre-wave (mmWave) subsystems, specialising in mission-critical communication networks. Since 1977, we have built a strong reputation as trusted partners to global technology leaders across the telecommunications infrastructure, aerospace and defence, space, and critical communications sectors. Our legacy of innovation and engineering excellence has positioned us at the forefront of advanced connectivity solutions worldwide, and we continue to grow as we deliver cutting-edge technology for some of the most exciting programmes in the industry.

We are an AIM listed plc, on a rapid growth trajectory, recently named Business of the Year at the North East Business Awards and winner of Best Technology Award at the AIM Awards 2025. With record revenues (£56.3M FY 2025), landmark space and defence contracts, and a clear roadmap for innovation, this is the moment for exceptionally talented people to join us on our exciting journey.

Requirements

Here is some of what the Group Financial Controller will do:

• Lead a finance team of five colleagues, with day-to-day responsibility for the finance function
• Production of the consolidated Group management accounts and legal entity management accounts within the Group across the UK, USA, and China
• Sales and margin analysis
• Drive the monthly business re-forecast
• Monthly overhead cost review ensuring effective cost management
• Balance sheet control and working capital management
• Business case investment calculations for commercial opportunities and engineering developments – NPV, ROI and payback
• Project appraisal, working with the Director of Programmes
• Treasury management and cash-flow forecasting
• Monthly review of Group payroll
• Manage the on-site year-end audit, preparation of statutory accounts at subsidiary level and assist with the Group statutory accounts prepared under full IFRS
• Support the CFO in the preparation and analysis of the annual business planning process
• Tax compliance and preparation of tax computations
• Input into improvement of Group’s controls and business processes
• ERP (NetSuite) super-user optimising automation and streamlining of business processes

What we're looking for

• Qualified Accountant with strong technical foundation (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience of partnering with CFO or Finance Director and business units to drive performance
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Continuous improvement approach – automation, efficiency and accuracy
• Proven ability to lead and develop finance teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
• Experience in building a culture of accountability and collaboration
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or technology sectors
• Experience of translating data into clear insights for decision-making
• Exposure to supply chain or project-based cost structures

Benefits

We recognise the value of exceptional talent. That's why this role is backed by an outstanding salary and benefits package, benchmarked close to the top of the sector.

Please call Bruce Mair, our Talent Partner, on 07483 917543 (anytime) if you would like further details on this important role, or to clarify the salary and benefits package, before investing your time in applying.

Filtronic plc is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to support you during the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.