Strategic Financial Controller for PE-backed Manufacturing

Investigo Limited; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Investigo Limited is partnering with a fast-growing, PE-backed manufacturing business to recruit a Financial Controller. You will lead the finance function, work closely with the CFO and drive robust controls, reporting and financial infrastructure to support growth.

In this hands-on leadership role you will manage month-end close, board packs, audits and budgeting, while developing a high-performing team and partnering with operations to improve profitability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
• Experience in PE-backed environment.
• Strong technical accounting and financial controls expertise.
• Experience leading teams in manufacturing/industrial businesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance team to a high-performing, collaborative culture.
• Own the month-end close, delivering accurate management accounts.
• Produce monthly board reporting, KPI analysis and financial commentary.
• Maintain robust financial controls and drive process improvements.
• Manage annual audit and liaison with external auditors, tax advisers and bankers.
• Drive improvements in processes, reporting capabilities and systems.
• Partner with department heads to improve cost control, profitability and operations.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with the CFO and leadership team.

Skills

Financial leadership

Private equity exposure

Manufacturing/industrial

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA certified

Job description

Investigo Limited is partnering with a fast-growing, PE-backed manufacturing business to recruit a Financial Controller. You will lead the finance function, work closely with the CFO and drive robust controls, reporting and financial infrastructure to support growth.

In this hands-on leadership role you will manage month-end close, board packs, audits and budgeting, while developing a high-performing team and partnering with operations to improve profitability and efficiency.