Financial Controller

Financial Controller | Food Manufacturing Responsible for overseeing the financial management, reporting and control of the business, providing accurate financial information and commercial insight to support strategic decision-making, profitability and sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities Lead monthly management accounts, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting. Oversee cash flow, working capital and balance sheet management. Monitor manufacturing costs, product costing, gross margins and profitability. Analyse production variances, yield, waste, labour efficiency and overheads to identify cost-saving opportunities. Manage inventory valuation, stock controls and working capital efficiency. Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement and Commercial teams to improve business performance. Maintain robust financial controls and ensure statutory, tax and audit compliance. Lead and develop the finance team, driving process improvements and reporting efficiency. Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business planning, investment decisions and operational performance. Key Focus Driving financial performance and operational efficiency through strong financial control, commercial business partnering and a clear understanding of the cost drivers within food manufacturing.