Financial Controller – £55,000 to £60,000

Lincolnshire | Food Manufacturing | On-site

We are partnering with a well established, mid-sized food manufacturing business in Lincolnshire, operating within a fast paced, high-volume environment. As the business continues to scale, they are seeking a Financial Controller to take ownership of financial control, governance, and reporting, while leading a small finance team.

This role is ideally suited to a technically strong, hands-on finance professional with a focus on strengthening internal controls, improving processes, and ensuring financial integrity across the business.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Financial Controller will be responsible for ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and effective management of the finance function. You will play a key role in enhancing processes, improving visibility, and supporting operational and strategic decision-making.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Control & Governance

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of internal financial controls
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain full ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring all reconciliations are complete, accurate, and reviewed
• Implement and monitor financial control frameworks across the business

Financial Reporting

• Oversee month-end close, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Review and deliver monthly management accounts with clear variance analysis and commentary
• Support year-end close, statutory reporting, and external audit processes
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and integrity of financial data

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify control weaknesses and implement corrective actions
• Drive improvements in financial processes, reporting, and systems
• Increase automation and reduce manual intervention where possible
• Enhance data quality and reporting capability across the finance function

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Oversee cash flow management and forecasting
• Monitor and optimise working capital, including stock, receivables, and payables
• Provide clear visibility on cash performance and risks

Team Leadership

• Manage and develop a small finance team
• Oversee transactional finance (AP/AR) and ensure strong operational controls
• Drive a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Business Partnering

• Partner with operational and production teams to improve financial understanding and control
• Support capital expenditure governance and cost control across the business
• Provide insight and challenge to support business performance

About YouExperience

• Qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or similar role within an SME or mid-sized business
• Strong background in financial controls, governance, and reporting
• Experience within manufacturing, food, or FMCG environments is highly desirable
• Experience managing and developing finance teams

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with finance systems/ERP
• Ability to operate both strategically and in a hands-on capacity
• Excellent attention to detail and control mindset
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and solutions-focused
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Continuous improvement mindset

What’s on Offer

• £55,000 – £60,000 salary
• Key leadership role within a growing food manufacturing business
• Opportunity to build and strengthen financial controls and processes
• Broad exposure to senior leadership and operational teams
• High-impact role with genuine influence on business performance

Apply

If you are a Financial Controller looking for a hands-on role with a strong focus on financial controls and process improvement, please reach out to Dayam at The Collective Network for a confidential discussion.