Strategic Finance Leader – Manufacturing (Multi-Company)

The CFO HQ; Weybridge; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

The CFO HQ is recruiting a Financial Controller for a Weybridge-based manufacturing group. You will lead the finance function across multiple companies, delivering management accounts, cashflow planning and statutory reporting while guiding a small team.

You will manage VAT, year‑end, ERP data, and multi‑currency postings, working with the MD and external advisers to drive growth and financial discipline.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or QBE.
• Experience in SME manufacturing/engineering environments.
• Hands-on management accounting including P&L and balance sheet.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow).
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning.
• Oversee VAT returns, year-end processes, and compliance.
• Present financial information to MD/Board with insights.
• Manage multi‑currency transactions and ERP data integrity.
• Support R&D tax relief claims and payroll controls.
• Develop and mentor a small finance team.

Skills

Management accounting

Cash flow management

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or QBE

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The CFO HQ is recruiting a Financial Controller for a Weybridge-based manufacturing group. You will lead the finance function across multiple companies, delivering management accounts, cashflow planning and statutory reporting while guiding a small team.

You will manage VAT, year‑end, ERP data, and multi‑currency postings, working with the MD and external advisers to drive growth and financial discipline.