Our client is seeking an experienced, hands-on Finance Controller to lead the finance function across a multi-company manufacturing business. Managing a small team, you will ensure accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and support continued growth. Benefits * 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays and Christmas closure * Twice-yearly bonus scheme * Annual salary review * Workplace pension * Excellent career progression opportunities Key Responsibilities * Office based role * Lead all accounting, reporting, forecasting and month-end processes * Produce management accounts, board reports and financial analysis * Manage cash flow, payroll, VAT returns and year-end accounts * Liaise with auditors, HMRC and regulatory bodies * Oversee sales and purchase ledgers, credit control and reconciliations * Manage multi-currency ledgers, journals and fixed assets * Prepare R&D tax claims and support Patent Box requirements * Calculate bonus and commission payments * Work closely with operational teams and Sage Manufacturing systems * Lead and develop the finance team Requirements * ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or qualified by experience * Minimum 10 years' finance leadership experience * Manufacturing sector background essential * Strong management accounting and reporting expertise * Advanced Excel skills; Sage 200 Manufacturing desirable * Knowledge of R&D tax claims and Patent Box advantageous If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion