A manufacturing business east of York is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to take ownership of the day to day finance function and support the senior leadership team with timely, meaningful financial information. This is a broad role suited to an experienced Finance Manager stepping up, or an established Financial Controller who enjoys working closely with the wider business in an operational environment.You will act as part of a lean finance team, overseeing 2 members of staff department, operating on sage, and ensuring accurate and timely management infomation is provided to the MD and business stakeholders.The role will include:Production of monthly management accounts and commentaryLeading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planningSupporting board and senior leadership with financial reporting and analysisMaintaining strong financial controls across the businessBalance sheet oversight, year-end support and statutory complianceMonitoring working capital, stock and margin performanceProviding commercial support to operational and non-finance stakeholdersReviewing processes and improving the quality of reportingSupervising and developing a small finance teamThe business is looking for someone who:Has experience in a broad finance role within an SME or mid-sized businessIs comfortable producing accurate management information and supporting decision makingCan combine strong financial control with a practical, commercial mindsetIs confident working with stakeholders