Senior Performance Finance Manager sought to oversee financial control and reporting, implement new systems, and drive continuous improvement in a world-class manufacturing facility.
As a key member of the finance team, you will report directly to the Commercial Director for Manufacturing & Localisation and take ownership of financial controlling for a major new factory. You'll be responsible for managing operational finance, ensuring compliance with financial reporting guidelines, and providing reliable data to drive informed business decisions.
Key responsibilities include:
* Producing up-to-date and accurate business data, ensuring compliance with financial reporting guidelines while driving results-oriented decision-making for the Goole manufacturing facility.
* Overseeing day-to-day operational controlling, including business data analysis, cost centre planning, workload, and capacity reporting.
* Leading and inspiring the Goole Finance Team to achieve targets, managing month/year-end close activities, and ensuring seamless financial reporting.
* Taking charge of factory production orders, budgeting, forecasting, and overhead controlling to maintain the financial health of the facility.
* Championing automation and digitalisation initiatives to streamline processes and collaborate with global teams to improve efficiency across the manufacturing network.
* Facilitating knowledge exchange within the global Performance Controlling Team, supporting senior leadership with financial insights and analysis.
Requirements:
* Professional Accounting Qualification (e.g., CIMA) – with solid experience in financial management and controlling.
* People Leadership Experience – a track record of managing finance teams and delivering results.
* Advanced IT Skills – strong knowledge of SAP, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with digital tools such as Qliksense, Tableau, Knime, and Power BI.
* Proactive and Analytical Mindset – self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to drive change and improvements.
* Collaboration & Communication Skills – thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural team, always willing to share ideas and go the extra mile.
Competitive salary, company bonus, and flexible benefits package available. Career growth opportunities within a forward-thinking, global organisation. Work-life balance with a flexible working environment.