Finance Controller: Hands-On Leader Driving SME Growth

Eaton Syalon Ltd; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Syalon Ltd is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the day‑to‑day finance function in a fast‑growing SME based in Burton upon Trent. You will report to the Finance Director and oversee a five‑strong team, ensuring accurate month‑end, robust controls and insightful commercial reporting.

The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or strong QBE) with prior Financial Controller level experience in an owner‑managed environment, ready to own the numbers and drive

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or strong QBE.
• Experience as Financial Controller / senior finance leader in an SME or owner‑managed environment.
• Hands‑on operator who owns the finance function and drives improvements.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts across group entities.
• Deliver variance analysis and commentary for the business.
• Manage group cashflow forecasting, liquidity and working capital.
• Oversee VAT, HMRC submissions and statutory compliance.
• Lead and develop a finance team of five.
• Support the Finance Director with commercial initiatives.

Skills

Financial leadership

Hands-on

Stakeholder communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or QBE

Tools

Excel

Job description

Eaton Syalon Ltd is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the day‑to‑day finance function in a fast‑growing SME based in Burton upon Trent. You will report to the Finance Director and oversee a five‑strong team, ensuring accurate month‑end, robust controls and insightful commercial reporting.

The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or strong QBE) with prior Financial Controller level experience in an owner‑managed environment, ready to own the numbers and drive