Financial Controller

Location: Langley

Financial Controller = Fully office based

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Location:

Langley

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Financial Controller to lead our finance function and support strategic decision-making across the business. This is a key leadership role responsible for financial reporting, cash flow management, budgeting, compliance, and team development.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health of the organisation while driving process improvements and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Produce accurate and timely management accounts
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies
Deliver insightful financial analysis and commentary to senior leadership

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

Monitor daily cash flow and liquidity
Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts
Optimise working capital through effective debtor and creditor management
Manage banking relationships and funding requirements

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

Lead the annual budget and periodic forecasting cycles
Partner with department heads to track and improve performance
Analyse financial variances and provide commercial insights
Support strategic decisions through financial modelling

Financial Controls, Compliance & Audit

Maintain robust financial controls and governance frameworks
Lead external audits and statutory reporting
Ensure compliance with tax, VAT, and regulatory requirements
Continuously improve financial processes and systems

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
Drive continuous improvement across finance operations
Enhance reporting systems, automation, and efficiencies
Build a high-performance, collaborative team culture

Credit Control Management

Oversee the Credit Control function and debt collection strategy
Manage customer accounts and minimise overdue balances
Escalate disputes and reduce bad debt exposure

Accounts Payable Management

Oversee supplier payments and invoice processing
Ensure accurate workflows and compliance
Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve queries
Strengthen purchase-to-pay controls

About You

Qualifications

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (preferred)
Strong understanding of UK GAAP / IFRS
Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage 200, Microsoft Dynamics 365) desirable

Experience

Finance experience, with experience in a senior leadership role
Proven experience in Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or similar role
Strong background in reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Experience managing Accounts Payable and Credit Control teams
Track record of improving financial controls and processes
Experience leading audits and ensuring statutory compliance
Exposure to fast-paced or multi-entity environments is advantageous

Skills & Competencies

Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to communicate financial insights to non-financial audiences
Organised with the ability to meet tight deadlines
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Commercially focused with strong business partnering skills

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