Manufacturing Finance Controller - Lead Strategic Plant Finance

Crown Holdings, Inc.; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global packaging company is seeking an exceptional Financial Controller for their facility in Carlisle. This hands-on role involves overseeing financial operations, including management accounts and statutory reporting. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in manufacturing finance, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders. The position offers competitive compensation and excellent career progression opportunities within a supportive, high-performing team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Healthcare

Pension

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualification experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Track record in management accounting, financial control, and business partnering.
• Experience in FMCG, process manufacturing, or continuous operations is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations at the Carlisle manufacturing facility.
• Oversee management accounts, statutory reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Influence plant efficiency, profitability, and investment decisions.

Skills

Management accounting

Financial control

Business partnering

Communication

Excel proficiency

ERP systems experience

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

A leading global packaging company is seeking an exceptional Financial Controller for their facility in Carlisle. This hands-on role involves overseeing financial operations, including management accounts and statutory reporting. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in manufacturing finance, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders. The position offers competitive compensation and excellent career progression opportunities within a supportive, high-performing team.