Financial Controller

Grundon Waste Management; Benson; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym Membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

30 day's annual leave (inclusive of bh

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Private Health Care

Job summary

Grundon Waste Management in Benson, UK, is seeking a Finance Controller to lead the day-to-day finance function, deliver accurate reporting, and ensure controls and compliance. You will partner with operations to provide financial insight and drive performance while developing the finance team.

The role reports to the Finance Director and sits on the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategic projects and ensuring adherence to accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Proven experience leading finance teams and coaching others.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, VAT, and financial compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function including financial reporting, cash flow, working capital, and tax compliance (VAT, Corporation Tax, Landfill Tax, and Aggregate Levy).
• Deliver monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and financial insights for strategic decisions.
• Partner with operational leaders to provide commercial financial guidance and drive performance improvements.
• Lead supplier contract negotiations and support procurement to obtain best value.
• Ensure robust financial controls and compliance across systems and processes.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the Finance Director, Board, and external advisors on statutory reporting and strategic projects.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity where your skills and ideas can make a real impact?

At Grundon, we are on the lookout for a dynamic, passionate, and driven Finance Controller to join our Finance team based in Benson.

By joining Grundon, your contributions will make a real difference as we work together by showing the world that there is more to waste than it seems.

Reporting into the Finance Director you will play an important role in supporting our mission of leaving a better planet for future generations. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead the day to day finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, and compliance with accounting standards.

You will partner with operational leaders to provide meaningful financial insight, support informed decision making, and drive business performance. You will also lead and develop the finance team while championing our values, building strong relationships across the business, and contributing to the delivery of our strategic goals.

• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 30 day's annual leave (inclusive of bank holiday)
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Private Health Care

What will you do

• Lead the finance function, overseeing financial reporting, transactional finance, cash flow, working capital, and tax compliance (including VAT, Corporation Tax, Landfill Tax, and Aggregate Levy).
• Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Partner with operational leaders to provide commercial financial guidance, improve performance, and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Lead supplier contract negotiations and support procurement activities to achieve best value for the business.
• Ensure robust financial controls, regulatory compliance, and effective management of financial systems, records, and processes.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with the Finance Director, Board, and external advisors on statutory reporting, business priorities, and strategic projects.
• Play an active role within the Senior Leadership Team, championing company values, driving business objectives, and promoting a culture of safety, compliance, and excellence.

About you

• Recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)
• Proven experience leading finance teams, with a strong track record of coaching and developing others.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, VAT, and financial compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to translate financial information into clear, practical guidance while building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders..
• Experience improving systems, streamlining processes, and driving efficiencies within a growing business while maintaining compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across the business

About Grundon

Grundon is the UK’s largest family-owned supplier of integrated waste management and environmental services. We offer a whole host of waste collection, treatment and disposal services, all aimed at helping businesses of all shapes and sizes reduce their environmental impact, maximise resources and find value in their waste. Additionally, at Grundon Sand & Gravel we proudly produce and source high-quality aggregates in a responsible and sustainable way.

We take great pride in our heritage and our distinctive approach, which is true to our company values:

• To have integrity
• To be caring

At Grundon, we are dedicated to creating a diverse, equal, and inclusive workplace. We believe great ideas come from everywhere, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career within waste management, this is your opportunity to join us.