Financial Controller

Financial Controller Permanent Full-Time Office-Based £50,000-£60,000 DOE

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced, commercially minded Financial Controller to take ownership of their finance function in a key stand‑alone role, reporting directly to the Managing Director.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional who can combine strong technical accounting expertise with commercial insight, providing accurate financial reporting and supporting strategic business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly management accounts, financial reporting and month‑end processes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure statutory and tax compliance.
• Manage accounts payable, receivable and working capital.
• Provide financial analysis and commercial insight to support business performance.
• Manage external accountants, auditors and other financial stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting and efficiency.

About You

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or similar senior finance role.
• Strong technical accounting, reporting and analytical skills.
• Commercially aware, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicating financial information to senior management.
• Able to work autonomously, take ownership and manage competing priorities.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting or ERP systems.

SAP experience would be extremely beneficial.

Interested?

If you are a confident, hands‑on finance professional looking for a stand‑alone role where you can take ownership of the finance function and make a real impact on business performance, we would love to hear from you.