Finance Controller

Nxtgen Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth company based in Lowestoft is seeking a Financial Controller to lead the finance team and drive strategic decision-making. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, manage budgeting and forecasting, and support ambitious growth. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills, making a significant impact on the organization.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven senior finance leadership experience.
• Strong commercial awareness linking financial performance to business strategy.
• Exceptional communication skills for presenting financial information.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the finance team.
• Oversee statutory accounts, compliance, and maintain internal controls.
• Act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders for long-term planning.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Cashflow management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

NXTGEN are delighted to be supporting a high-growth business in Lowestoft with the appointment of a Financial Controller. This is a senior leadership position where the Financial Controller will take full ownership of the finance function, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely reporting while driving strategic decision-making to support continued business growth. The Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, strengthening internal controls, and developing a high-performing finance team.

This business is at an incredibly exciting stage in its journey, having experienced exceptional growth over the last few years and recently received significant investment to accelerate expansion. With ambitious plans for the future, a brand-new office, and a commitment to building a strong, high-performing team, this is an opportunity to join a business where your impact will be immediate, tangible, and truly valued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Oversee statutory accounts, compliance with audit and tax requirements, and maintain robust internal controls
• Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management, providing insight on variances and business performance
• Act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, delivering financial insight to support long-term strategic planning
• Drive continuous improvement across processes and systems, introducing best practice and efficiencies
• Support, coach, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth

The successful candidate will be a professionally qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with proven senior finance leadership experience. You will have strong commercial awareness, linking financial performance to business strategy, and a hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills are essential, enabling you to present financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders, while your high level of integrity and professionalism will allow you to influence effectively at a senior level. Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting, tax, and accounting standards will be key, alongside a genuine passion for developing a high-performing finance team and shaping the financial future of a growing business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to make a real impact in a thriving organisation, with a clear remit to shape financial strategy, support ambitious growth, and influence the long-term success of the business.

Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 + benefits, depending on experience.