Operations Financial Controller

Operations Financial Controller – UK MacGregor Blac k is working with a multi-site FMCG manufacturing business to appoint a commercially driven Financial Controller to lead UK finance and act as a key partner to senior leadership. This is a high-impact role with strong visibility, where finance plays a central role in driving performance, influencing decision-making, and supporting growth. The Role You will take ownership of the UK finance function, leading a team while working closely with the Finance Director and wider cross-functional stakeholders. This is a genuinely commercial role where you will go beyond reporting - providing insight, challenge, and direction to support business performance across operations and commercial functions. Key Responsibilities Own and develop financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and actionable insight Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles across multiple UK site's Partner with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to drive efficiency and margin improvement Deliver analysis across customer, product, and brand performance Build scenario models to support strategic planning and investment decisions Evaluate and track ROI on capital expenditure and improvement initiatives Strengthen financial controls, processes, and reporting frameworks Lead, develop, and motivate a high-performing finance team About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with post-qualified experience Background in FMCG or manufacturing, ideally within a multi-site environment Proven experience leading teams and partnering with senior stakeholders Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge constructively Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment Advanced Excel and strong ERP/system capability Why This Role? Genuine opportunity to shape performance and influence business outcomes High visibility with senior leadership and key decision-makers A role that blends strategic thinking with hands-on delivery