Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Location:

Newton Abbot, Devon
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Contract:

Permanent, Full Time

Start Date:

August / September 2026

A growing and ambitious organisation based in the Newton Abbot area is seeking to appoint a Financial Controller to join their finance team during an exciting period of growth.
Reporting directly into senior leadership, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day finance function, supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring the business has accurate financial information to support future growth plans.

Whilst experience within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous, applications are welcomed from candidates with strong financial control and management accounting experience from a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation of monthly management accounts
Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management
Balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls
Month-end and year-end processes
Variance analysis and commentary
Supporting operational stakeholders with financial insights
Maintaining and improving financial processes and controls
Preparing information for auditors and external advisors
Managing transactional finance activities where required
Supporting business growth initiatives and continuous improvement projects
About You

Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience
Previous experience operating within a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant position
Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience
Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to communicate financial information to non-finance stakeholders
Commercially minded with a proactive approach
Strong Excel skills and good systems knowledge
What's on Offer

Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Permanent opportunity with a growing business
Opportunity to influence and improve finance processes
Varied and hands-on role with exposure to senior leadership
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Planned start date of August / September 2026
For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

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