Interim Financial Controller

Location: LeedsSalary: £75,000 + BenefitsContract: 9–12 Month Fixed-Term ContractSector: Manufacturing

Elevation Recruitment Group are supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Leeds as they look to appoint an experienced Financial Controller on a 9–12 month fixed-term contract.

Reporting to the Finance Director, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for financial control, reporting, business partnering and driving improvements across the finance function. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting operational performance and providing robust financial insight to the wider business.

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• Lead the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
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• Produce monthly management accounts, financial analysis and board reporting.
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• Manage budgeting, forecasting and cashflow processes.
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• Partner closely with operational and manufacturing teams to drive performance and profitability.
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• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
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• Lead and develop the finance team.
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• Support external audit requirements and statutory reporting.
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• Drive process improvements across finance and reporting functions.
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• Provide detailed costing and margin analysis to support commercial decision-making.
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• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
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• Previous experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader within a manufacturing environment.
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• Strong understanding of standard costing, product costing and manufacturing accounting.
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• Experience partnering with operational stakeholders and supporting manufacturing sites.
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• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills.
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• Hands-on approach with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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