Financial Controller

EA First Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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My client a Private Equity backed support services business is seeking a Financial Controller based in Birmingham. As Financial Controller reporting to the Finance Director you will oversee the finance function, managing a team of four and ensuring accurate, timely reporting.

• Leading and coordinating the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Reviewing reconciliations, journals, and adjustments prepared by the team
• Delivering consolidated financial statements and management accounts

• Preparing comprehensive board packs including financial commentary, KPIs, and variance analysis
• Providing clear insights into performance drivers, risks, and opportunities
• Supporting senior leadership with ad-hoc analysis for strategic decision-making

• Monitoring receivables and oversee credit control processes
• Identifying assessing, and managing bad debt exposure
• Implementing policies to minimise credit risk and improve collections
• Managing and mentoring a team of four finance professionals
• Allocating responsibilities, review outputs, and fostering professional development
• Promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting and consolidation
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to produce clear commentary for senior stakeholders
• Leadership experience managing small finance teams
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel
• Detail-oriented yet capable of seeing the bigger picture
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Up to £65,000 plus benefits and hybrid working

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Finance

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals and Accounting