Financial Controller

A growing technology and data driven business is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to lead the finance function. The role offers hybrid working, a salary up to £85,000, a potential significant bonus and a strong benefits package.

This is a broad, hands on position managing a small team and overseeing all aspects of accounting, reporting and tax within a fast paced SME environment. The role would suit a technically strong qualified accountant, ideally trained within practice, who enjoys operating across the full finance function while partnering closely with senior leadership.

You will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, compliance and reporting processes are in place while supporting the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and developing two members of the finance team

• Ownership of the month end and year end close process

• Preparation and review of management accounts and financial reporting

• Ensuring robust financial controls and processes are maintained

• Overseeing statutory accounts preparation and audit processes

• Leading tax compliance including corporation tax and VAT

• Providing technical accounting expertise and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP

• Managing cashflow forecasting and working capital

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning

• Acting as a key business partner to senior leadership

• Managing relationships with external accountants, auditors and advisors

• Supporting ongoing process improvements and finance system development

We’re looking for

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

• Ideally trained within practice before moving into industry

• Strong technical accounting knowledge with a solid understanding of UK GAAP

• Good tax knowledge, particularly corporation tax and VAT

• Experience working in a hands on finance role within a SME or growing business

• Previous experience managing or mentoring junior finance staff

• Someone comfortable overseeing the full finance function from reporting through to compliance

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to implement and maintain strong financial controls

• A proactive individual who enjoys working closely with leadership and supporting business growth