Financial Controller

Reed; Billingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable finance recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Controller for a Teesside based SME in the UK to manage financial operations and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications and experience in SME environments. The role involves overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and improving financial systems.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with UK and US accounting standards.
• Background in SME environments.
• Proficient in financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting for UK and US entities.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and US GAAP.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Coordinate tax filings and liaise with external auditors.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and financial systems.
• Provide clear financial insights to support business decisions.

Skills

Financial reporting management

Compliance with UK GAAP and US GAAP

Budgeting and forecasting

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or qualified by experience

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Reed Finance is working with a well-established Teesside based SME that operates across both the UK and the US. They’re looking to appoint a Financial Controller with solid experience managing financial operations in both jurisdictions. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of the finance function and ensuring accuracy, compliance, and clarity in reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting for UK and US entities.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and US GAAP.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Coordinate tax filings and liaise with external auditors.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and financial systems.
• Provide clear financial insights to support business decisions.

Ideal Candidate

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or qualified by experience
• Strong experience with UK and US accounting standards.
• Background in SME environments.
• Proficient in financial systems, ideally Sage & QuickBooks.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.