Financial Controller

1 day ago

Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Aspion Search Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

European Financial Controller – Manufacturing

South Liverpool

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Sector: Manufacturing / Industrial

I'm delighted to be partnering with my client — a well-established, international manufacturing group — to recruit a
European Financial Controller
to take full ownership of all European finance operations.

This is a
senior, strategic role
offering real influence, autonomy, and visibility. You'll support both the
General Manager
and
Group CFO
in driving business performance through robust financial leadership, operational excellence, and forward-thinking commercial insight.

The ideal candidate will have a
strong manufacturing background
, thrive in a hands-on environment, and bring proven experience leading finance teams in complex, multi-site, or international businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership across all finance functions in Europe, working closely with global counterparts and overseas entities.
  • Partner with the General Manager and senior leadership team to deliver commercial and operational goals.
  • Manage and develop a team (currently 3 direct reports / team of 5) covering payroll, FP&A, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
  • Lead all aspects of
    financial accounting, forecasting, and performance analysis
    , identifying opportunities to drive profitability and efficiency.
  • Oversee
    cash flow, treasury, and banking relationships
    , ensuring effective working capital management.
  • Deliver accurate, timely
    management reporting
    , budgets, and long-term planning (including the 5-year plan).
  • Ensure
    robust governance, internal controls, and compliance
    across all financial operations.
  • Work closely with auditors, insurers, and external partners to maintain best-in-class financial discipline.
  • Act as a key member of the Senior Management Team, contributing to strategic initiatives such as:
  • Cost control & efficiency improvements
  • Supply chain and manufacturing performance
  • Growth of operations and capital investment
  • Automation and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For:

  • Professionally qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or qualified by experience.
  • Proven experience in
    finance leadership within manufacturing
    or an engineering environment.
  • Track record of managing teams in
    multi-site or international operations
    .
  • Excellent interpersonal skills – a true business partner with the confidence to challenge, influence, and drive change.
  • Commercially astute, results-oriented, and comfortable balancing strategic and operational priorities.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to or, alternatively, submit your application via the link below.

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