Financial Controller in Runcorn - Butler Rose

Financial Controller

Manufacturing | Runcorn | £90,000 - £100,000

Lead the numbers. Shape the future. Drive performance.

We're partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing business in Runcorn to appoint a high-calibre Financial Controller to lead a substantial, multi-layered finance function at the heart of the organisation.

This is a career-defining role for a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in complex environments and enjoys building, mentoring and inspiring large teams.

The Opportunity

As Financial Controller, you'll take full ownership of the finance operation - from high-volume transactional processing through to senior, qualified finance professionals. You'll be the financial backbone of the business, providing insight, control and strategic support to the leadership team while ensuring best-in-class financial governance.

This is more than just "keeping the score" - you'll play a key role in shaping decision-making, driving efficiencies, and supporting continued growth in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and inspire a large, diverse finance team, spanning transactional finance to senior qualified accountants
• Full responsibility for financial control, reporting, budgeting and forecasting
• Ensure robust financial governance, controls and compliance across the business
• Partner closely with senior stakeholders to provide commercial insight and challenge
• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and ways of working
• Support strategic initiatives, investment decisions and operational performance

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Comfortable managing large teams and complex finance structures
• Strong technical foundation combined with a commercial, business-focused mindset
• Confident communicator who can influence at senior leadership level

What's On Offer

• £90,000 - £100,000 salary (depending on experience)
• A senior leadership role with real influence and visibility
• The chance to shape and develop a sizeable finance function
• A stable yet forward-thinking manufacturing business with ambitious plans

If you're looking for a senior finance role with scale, impact and challenge, this is an outstanding opportunity to make your mark.

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