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Financial Controller

Posted: 07/01/26
Recruiter:Hays
Reference:3056429242
Type:Permanent
Salary:£65,000 - £70,000 Annual + Bonus
Location:Ledbury, Herefordshire
Description: Hays Senior Finance is partnering exclusively with a family-owned acquisitive SME - Financial Controller

Financial Controller - Ledbury
Location: Ledbury, Herefordshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Reporting to: Managing Director

About Us

Hays Senior Finance is exclusively partnering with a leading FMCG business based in Ledbury. With a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence, we are proud of their heritage and excited about their future growth.
The Role

We are seeking a commercially astute and hands-on Financial Controller to lead our finance function and support strategic decision-making across the business. This is a pivotal role, offering the opportunity to shape financial processes, drive performance, and partner with operational teams to deliver business success.
Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and reporting.
  • Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts and year-end statutory accounts.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
  • Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders.
  • Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic planning and operational efficiency.
  • Lead and develop a small finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

    • About You
  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with proven experience in a similar role, ideally within agriculture, FMCG, or manufacturing.
  • Strong technical accounting skills and commercial acumen.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Proficient in financial systems and Excel; experience with Xero or similar ERP systems is desirable.
  • Ability to work on-site in Ledbury and engage with operational teams.

    • Why Join Us?
  • Be part of a dynamic and growing business rooted in the local community.
  • Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
  • Enjoy a role with real impact and visibility across the organisation.

    • What you need to do now
    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
    If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #

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