Financial Controller

A fast-growing technology company entering an exciting new phase are looking for a Financial Controller to lead the finance function and drive forward the trnasformation of finance. You will be a key leader, taking ownership of the finance function and shaping it into a scalable, high-performing function that supports rapid growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading a full finance function transformation, aligning people, processes, and systems with the company's growth strategy
  • Redesigning end-to-end finance processes (record-to-report, procure-to-pay, order-to-cash) to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control
  • Implementing new finance systems, tools, and automation, including ERP, reporting, and planning solutions
  • Replacing manual, spreadsheet-driven processes with scalable, system-based workflows
  • Establishing consistent policies, procedures, and controls across the finance function
  • Driving process standardisation and documentation to improve clarity, resilience, and audit readiness
  • Improving month-end close timelines and reporting quality
  • Enhancing management reporting, dashboards, and KPIs to deliver clearer commercial insight
  • Partnering with stakeholders to identify pain points and deliver practical, value-adding solutions
  • Embedding a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team
  • Supporting organisational growth, acquisitions, or structural change through scalable finance infrastructure
  • Leading change management across the finance team, ensuring adoption of new systems and ways of working

Person Requirements:

  • A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
  • Proven experience at Financial Controller
  • Experience of managing and developing finance teams
  • A track record of process improvement, system implementation and finance transformation
  • Hands-on, solution-driven, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment
  • Confident communicator who thrives on ownership and impact

Job Details

Company
Marc Daniels
Location
Essex, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£80,000 - £100,000 per annum
Posted