About this role
Alexander Daniels are partnering with a successful and growing multi-site business to recruit an ambitious Financial Controller to join its expanding finance leadership team based on-site in Grantham, Nottinghamshire.
This is a newly created role, driven by continued growth across several divisions of the business. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, improving reporting, and providing meaningful commercial insight to support decision-making.
The position combines financial control, business partnering, FP&A, and team leadership, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys turning data into actionable business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process across multiple business units.Develop and maintain robust financial models covering P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.Produce and present insightful management information to senior leadership and board stakeholders.Partner with operational leaders to analyse performance, challenge assumptions and drive profitability.Deliver detailed performance reporting, KPI analysis and variance commentary.Oversee month-end close activities, including reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and VAT returns.Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations across a multi-entity group.Drive continuous improvement across reporting, systems, controls and finance processes.Support and develop members of the finance team while helping foster a culture of accountability and high performance. About You
You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or possess equivalent experience, with a proven track record in Financial Controller, Finance Manager or senior FP&A positions.
You'll also bring:
Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling experience.Excellent commercial acumen and analytical skills.Experience presenting financial information to senior stakeholders.Strong month-end, balance sheet and statutory compliance knowledge.Experience within a multi-entity or multi-site environment.Advanced Excel capability and strong systems experience.Previous people management or team development experience. Desirable Experience
Manufacturing, distribution, logistics, automotive, engineering or operationally-focused environments.Power BI, Jet Reports or similar reporting tools.Experience supporting growth, acquisitions, integrations or business transformation projects. What's on Offer?
Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience.Significant exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.Opportunity to shape reporting and finance processes within a growing business.Broad and varied role combining commercial finance, FP&A and financial control.Long-term career development within an ambitious organisation.