Financial Controller - Permanent * MANUFCTURING** LOUTH Two direct reports (AR & AR) Reports To: Managing Director / General Manager Role Summary: Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Controller to oversee all financial aspects of the business and drive the companys financial strategy and planning. The ideal candidate will have strong industry knowledge of the manufacturing sector and will play a key role in supporting strategic decisions and ensuring sound financial management. Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee all financial operations of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts with detailed variance analysis. Monitor key financial KPIs and provide insights to support operational and strategic decisions. Maintain accurate costing systems and ensure product margins are protected and understood. Liaise with department heads to support cost control and efficiency improvements across production and operations. Ensure compliance with statutory obligations including VAT, payroll taxes, and annual audit requirements. Manage and develop the finance team, implementing best practices and process improvements. Lead the annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes. Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions. Oversee stock valuation processes, ensuring accurate valuation of raw materials (steel, sheet metal, components), work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods. Maintain and review inventory costing methods (standard, weighted average, FIFO, etc.), and ensure alignment with production and purchasing activities. Lead monthly and quarterly stock takes and cycle counts, investigate variances, and ensure proper reconciliation and reporting. Analyse and report on slow-moving, obsolete, or excess stock; recommend provisions or write-downs where needed. Ensure stock is accurately reported in management accounts and statutory financials. Ensure robust internal controls and risk management practices are in place. Support grant applications, capital investment projects, and government reporting Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior finance role, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment Strong commercial awareness and understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers. Package: Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience. Opportunities for professional development and career progression in a growing company. Skills: Manufacturing qualified accountant stock valuation acca aca CIMA CPA