Job Description

We are seeking a highly capable and driven Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in the financial management and strategic development of our group. This is a senior finance position suited to an ACA-qualified accountant with strong post-qualification experience in industry, ideally within manufacturing and preferably aerospace.


The role will have responsibility for overseeing group financial operations, strengthening financial controls and reporting, managing cash flow, and leading the integration of a newly acquired subsidiary. For the right candidate, this role offers a clear progression pathway to Finance Director, based on performance, leadership capability, and commercial impact.

About Us

Brookhouse Aerospace produces a range of composite structures, producing monolithic and sandwich parts from a range of materials, including carbon fibre composite, glass and Aramid cured by autoclave. Brookhouse Aerospace also manufactures sheet metal fabrications and machined metal parts, fully supply kits and integrated assemblies. Specialist capabilities include a full range of surface treatments and dedicated Spares and Repairs capability.

What We Offer:

4 day working week working 37 hours Holidays start at 28 days per year (including Bank Holidays) (Based on a 4-day week). On-site - Occupational Health Employee Referral Scheme Corporate Health Cash Plan (Benefit in Kind) Life Insurance

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Lead the preparation of monthly group consolidation and production of the consolidated monthly reporting pack for senior management and stakeholders Design, develop, and implement a robust financial reporting suite and management tools for the newly acquired subsidiary to enhance visibility and decision-making Ensure accurate and timely group financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls and governance Lead the annual budgeting process and provide rolling forecasts. Monitor performance against budget and report variances to senior management. Take full responsibility for group cash flow management, forecasting, and working capital optimisation Liaise with banks and financial institutions to maintain strong relationships, including review facilities, covenants, and funding requirements Lead the integration of the finance function of a newly acquired subsidiary into the group structure Establish and produce monthly management accounts for the subsidiary, ensuring alignment with group reporting standards Implement consistent financial processes, controls, and systems across the group Responsibility for Companies House filings and statutory compliance across the group Act as year-end group audit lead, managing external auditors and coordinating audit deliverables Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards (UK GAAP FRS 102) and regulatory requirements Act as a key finance business partner to senior leadership, providing commercial insight and challenge Support the development of scalable finance processes to support future growth and acquisitions Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function Drive efficiency and automation across the group finance function

The Candidate:

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications

ACA-qualified accountant

Experience

Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience


Manufacturing industry experience



Aerospace industry experience

Knowledge and Skills

Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and statutory reporting


Strong experience in group consolidation and multi-entity reporting


Proven track record in cash flow management and working capital control


Experience leading year-end audits and managing external stakeholders


Strong systems, reporting, and process improvement mindset


Commercially astute with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders

Personal Attributes

Highly motivated, ambitious, and proactive


Strong leadership potential with a desire to progress to Finance Director


Detail-oriented with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels


Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable in a growing, dynamic environment