Financial Controller

Financial Controller Location: Corby, Northampton (Office Based) Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 We are recruiting on behalf of a growing business for a commercially focused Financial Controller. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of its growth journey, with genuine progression potential and exposure to strategic decision-making. Reporting directly to the Executive Directors, you will take ownership of financial control, reporting, and governance, while also driving systems improvements and supporting operational performance across the business. Key Responsibilities * Lead all financial control activities and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. * Produce monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections. * Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with statutory and tax requirements. * Support year-end audits and attend board meetings in an advisory capacity. * Develop and monitor key financial and operational KPIs. * Drive improvements to ERP and finance systems, reporting, and processes. * Partner with operational and commercial teams to improve business performance and efficiency. * Lead continuous improvement initiatives and support strategic business decisions. About You * Qualified Chartered Accountant or finalist nearing completion. * Previous experience within a manufacturing or trading environment. * Strong understanding of management accounts, cash flow, balance sheets, credit control, and ledgers. * Commercially minded with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. * Ambitious, inquisitive, and keen to progress into a senior leadership role. * Comfortable in a hands-on manufacturing environment and able to build credibility across the business. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing business and provides a clear pathway for an ambitious finance professional looking to progress towards Finance Director level