Financial Controller

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Location: Shrewsbury
Job Description:

Financial Controller

£70,000 – £77,000 + Monday – Friday + Structured Development + Pension + Health Cash Plan + Life Assurance + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Site-based role, commutable from Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Market Drayton, Newport, Whitchurch, Ironbridge, Broseley.

Are you an experienced Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager looking to take ownership of a site-based finance function within a well-established and growing business? This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer operating from a modern, well-invested facility in Telford. The business has a strong reputation for quality and innovation and continues to invest in its people, systems, and processes to support long-term growth. In this role, you will lead the finance function on-site, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and delivering meaningful insight to support operational and strategic decision-making. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in driving business performance. This position would suit a commercially aware finance professional looking for a hands‑on role with real influence, whether you already have manufacturing experience or are keen to apply your skills in a production‑led environment.

The Role

  • Full ownership of the site finance function, leading and developing a team
  • Preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts and financial reporting
  • Budgeting, forecasting, and detailed variance analysis
  • Business partnering with operations to drive cost control and performance improvement
  • Maintaining robust financial controls and ensuring compliance with company policies
  • Supporting strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Monday – Friday, site-based role

The Person

  • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
  • Experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance position
  • Manufacturing, FMCG, or operational environment experience desirable but not essential
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence stakeholders across the business

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We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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Posted: May 21st, 2026