Financial Controller
Astute Recruitment • Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire • Posted July 03, 2026
About the Role
We have partnered with a high growth manufacturing business to recruit an ambitious Financial Controller able to take responsibility for the full financial management of the business; ensuring robust financial control, insightful reporting, and proactive support. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and operational involvement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and drive continuous improvement across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
* Own the month end and year end processes, delivering timely and insightful management accounts
* Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and treasury activities
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements
* Prepare budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with strategy
* Analyse performance trends, risks, and opportunities, presenting clear recommendations
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
* Own the month end and year end processes, delivering timely and insightful management accounts
* Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and treasury activities
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements
* Prepare budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with strategy
* Analyse performance trends, risks, and opportunities, presenting clear recommendations