Your new companyI am excited to be working with a Shropshire-based manufacturing organisation who pride themselves on delivering high-quality, precision-manufactured products to businesses. As a focused and technologically advanced operation, they are driven by innovation, continuous investment, and operational efficiency.Their advanced technology enables streamlined, high-performance production, supported by a lean structure and agile processes that allow them to move quickly and operate with accuracy.While they operate largely behind the scenes, their work is reflected in the products consumers see on retail shelves. Your new roleAs the Financial Lead, you''ll take full ownership of the finance function, playing a pivotal role in driving performance and shaping the business. You''ll oversee all aspects of financial management, from leading robust processes, systems, and controls (including risk management), to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data across ledgers, fixed assets, stock, and cash flow.This is a high-impact role where you''ll lead the delivery of statutory, management, regulatory, and government reporting, while also taking charge of budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning. You''ll act as the key point of contact for audits, confidently liaising with external stakeholders and ensuring best-in-class compliance.Lead and manage the transactional finance team (AP, AR, cash, bank, GL)Ensure robust financial controls, processes, and sy