Financial Controller

Location:
WolverhamptonFull-Time permanent

Reed Finance are working with a client who are seeking an ambitious and hands-on Financial Controller to join a growing business. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of the finance function, shape its future direction, and play a key role in driving business performance and strategic decision-making.

Reporting directly to SLT. This is far more than a traditional accounting role - it's an opportunity to lead transformation, modernise processes, and build a best-in-class finance function while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for all aspects of finance, combining strong technical expertise with commercial insight. You will lead a small team, oversee reporting, and act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team, helping to drive smarter, faster decisions across the business.

Finance Leadership & Ownership

• Take full ownership of the finance function, partnering closely with SLT
• Lead and develop a small finance team, providing guidance, structure, and support
• Act as the key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external advisors
• Build a scalable, efficient, and professional finance function aligned with future growth

Reporting & Financial Management

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts and board reporting packs
• Own the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and year-end processes
• Provide clear financial insight, including variance analysis and performance reporting

Process Improvement & Transformation

• Drive the transition from manual processes to efficient, automated workflows
• Improve controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency across finance
• Implement enhancements to systems, processes, and financial governance
• Lead change effectively, engaging and developing the finance team throughout

Treasury & Cash Flow

• Oversee cash flow management, including a rolling forecast
• Manage relationships with financial institutions
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including VAT, payroll, and tax

Commercial & Strategic Support

• Provide financial insight to support pricing, margins, and profitability
• Develop KPI reporting to enable real-time decision-making
• Support investor reporting, financial modelling, and strategic initiatives
• Contribute to wider business planning and growth strategy

Essential:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME environment
• Proven track record of driving finance transformation and process improvement
• Strong technical accounting and reporting expertise
• Experience managing or mentoring junior team members
• Hands-on approach with the ability to balance detail and strategic thinking
• Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Commercially aware, proactive, and solutions-focused