Financial Controller / Head of Finance - Carlisle - Salary up to £85,000 + bonus + benefits My client is a locally rooted, award-winning specialist manufacturing company with a strong global footprint, supplying to a diverse and prestigious customer base across multiple sectors. As part of their continued growth and innovation journey, we are recruiting a talented Financial Controller / Head of Finance to join their dynamic Head Office team in Carlisle.Reporting directly to the ambitious and forward-thinking Managing Director, this is a pivotal leadership role overseeing both Finance and IT functions. You will lead a small, capable team and take full ownership of all accounting activities, ensuring robust financial processes and accurate reporting. Beyond the numbers, you''ll play a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to the strategic direction and operational excellence of the business.Typical duties include:Take ownership of leading and managing the Accounts department and the team''s responsibilities.Promote a culture of continuous improvement; leading by example in driving efficiency in the Accounts team''s own business processes and producing live, inventive MI and KPI''s to promote ownership and accountability across the company''s managers to improve the financial success and profitability of the business.Ensure timely preparation of company forecasts and annual budgets (including PandL and CAPEX).Ensure monthly and annual accounts are