Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Financial Controller for a successful manufacturing organisation based in the Cardiff area.

The Financial Controller is a key role in the senior leadership for this organisation.

The Role

• Finance Leadership: Direct the UK finance function, reporting straight to the Finance Director and Board.
• Strategic Partnering: Guide senior directors on commercial decisions, investment appraisals, and business cases.
• Team Development: Mentor, lead, and upskill Finance Team Leaders to foster a high-performance culture.
• Financial Control: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and long-term planning.
• Governance & Reporting: Ensure total compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS, SOX reporting, and statutory audits.
• Process Evolution: Drive continuous improvements in financial policies, systems, and cost-reduction strategies.

What We Need

• Qualifications: Fully CIMA, ACA OR ACCA qualified
• Experience: Proven senior leadership experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills: Strong reporting background, audit management
• Systems: Advanced MS Excel skills (Macros, Pivots, VLOOKUPs). SAP or Oracle experience is a plus.
• Leadership: Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.

On Offer:

A salary of up to £70,000 plus benefits.

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