Financial Controller - Interim

ReQuire Consultancy is supporting a Wiltshire-based manufacturing business in the appointment of a Financial Controller on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, starting in April.

The organisation operates within the premium consumer goods sector and is at a stage where it requires stronger financial structure, controls, and reporting processes to support continued growth.

This role is suited to an experienced, hands-on finance professional who is comfortable working in an SME environment and can implement improvements without unnecessary complexity.

The Role

Reporting to the CFO and supported by a Bookkeeper, the Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function while improving processes and controls.

You will work closely with senior leadership and contribute to developing a scalable finance framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Ownership of finance operations including ledgers, reconciliations, and cashflow management

• Month-end close and preparation of management accounts

• Variance analysis and reporting to leadership

• Strengthening financial controls and processes

• Budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning

• Stock accounting and cost of goods within a manufacturing environment

• Providing commercial insight on margins and performance

• Liaison with external accountants, auditors, and banking partners

• Supporting and mentoring the Bookkeeper

Candidate Profile

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience)

• Previous Financial Controller or senior finance experience within SMEs

• Manufacturing or FMCG experience beneficial but not essential

• Hands-on, pragmatic, and commercially aware approach

• Comfortable operating in a growing business environment

• Strong systems capability (Xero, Sage, or similar)

• Available to start in April

This role will suit someone who enjoys improving processes, bringing clarity to finance operations, and working closely with decision-makers in a non-corporate environment.

Package

• 70,000 salary (pro rata for 6 months)

• Hybrid working (3+ days on site)

• Wiltshire location (near Salisbury)

• Potential for the role to become permanent

Application

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Liam McConnell (phone number removed)