Interim Financial Controller

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a well-established, private equity owned, manufacturing business who are seeking to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join the organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

Based in Skelmersdale, you will work a hybrid model with 3 days per week in the office and 2 days from home.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance leader to join a successful and highly respected business, taking ownership of the finance function whilst partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation.

Salary/Benefits:

• £75,000-£85,000
• 12-month fixed-term contract (Maternity Cover)
• Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days home)
• Skelmersdale location
• Exclusive opportunity through Accountable Recruitment
• Senior leadership exposure with broad operational responsibility

Job Duties:

• Lead the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Produce monthly management accounts, board reporting packs, KPI reporting and performance analysis.
• Maintain and develop robust financial controls, processes and governance frameworks.
• Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are completed, reviewed and accurately maintained.
• Monitor manufacturing performance, margins, operational costs and profitability.
• Oversee product costing, labour efficiency reporting, overhead recovery and variance analysis.
• Manage stock accounting, inventory valuation and stock control processes.
• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans.
• Produce and maintain rolling cashflow forecasts and monitor working capital performance.
• Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring delivery of key objectives and continuous improvement.
• Manage VAT returns, statutory reporting requirements and wider compliance obligations.
• Lead the year-end audit process and act as the key contact for external auditors and advisors.
• Oversee payroll processes, ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide commercial insight and financial support to operational and leadership teams.
• Act as a trusted business partner, supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation.

Who will I report in to?
Chief Financial Officer

When will interviews be taking place?
Interviews will be taking place as soon as possible, with the successful candidate expected to support a structured handover period.

Ideal Experience:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Head of Finance or Senior Finance Manager.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong management accounting, financial reporting and financial controls experience.
• Demonstrable experience of budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management.
• Strong understanding of stock accounting, inventory management, costing and margin analysis.
• Experience managing audits, VAT compliance and statutory reporting requirements.
• Previous leadership experience with responsibility for developing and managing finance teams.
• Strong ERP systems experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commercial awareness with a proactive mindset and focus on continuous improvement.