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Posted 23 July, 2026

Financial Controller

Head 4 Talent
Newport, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Head4Talent are working exclusively with a leading manufacturing SME based in Newport who are seeking to hire a Financial Controller to manage the day to day running of the finance function.Role OverviewThe Group Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the financial operations of an international manufacturing SME. The individual will ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and drive financial efficiency across the organisation.The role requires a tactical, commercially focused leader who can operate as a true business partner across the organisation, providing financial insight, discipline, and challenge to support organic growth.T he position will involve managing financial operations across multiple subsidiaries and jurisdictions while ensuring high standards of governance, compliance, and performance.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & ManagementFinancial Planning & Analysis es.Cash Flow & Working Capital ManagementInternal Controls, Governance & ComplianceStakeholder Engagement & Business PartneringProjects, Transformation & Continuous ImprovementSystems & Process ImprovementKey RequirementsQualificationsACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualificationDegree-level education or equivalentExperienceProven experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar senior finance role, within an SME environmentExperience in group consolidations and multi-currency environmentsStrong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and international accounting practicesExperience in financial systems implementation and process improvementSummaryThis role offers an exciting opportunity to add value to a small business and influence the financial direction of a dynamic, international manufacturing SME. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with commercial acumen and the ability to influence at a senior level, ensuring robust financial discipline supports the organisations strategic ambitions.The role requires an experienced leader capable of combining financial control excellence with data-driven insight, governance rigor, and transformation expertise to support long-term business performance.The business has an opportunity to grow by taking new products to market however a safe pair of hands is needed to ensure the core business continues to be managed and controlled effectively.TPBN1_UKTJ