Financial Controller

AppniaSoft; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the services sector is seeking a strategic Financial Controller to oversee the finance function and drive operational excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a high-growth business, ensuring compliance and efficiency while partnering with the executive team on key decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in finance.
• Experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager.
• Strong understanding of IFRS/UK GAAP and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day finance function ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

NetSuite

Xero

Job description

Our client is a market-leading SME providing innovation across multiple industries. With rapid growth across global markets, we're on a mission to scale smarter, and that starts with finance. That's where you come in.

We're looking for a strategic and hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function, drive operational excellence, and partner closely with the executive team on strategic decisions. This is a unique opportunity to step into a key leadership role in a high-growth services business.

Duties

1. Lead the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
2. Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including reporting and reconciliations.
3. Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
4. Provide detailed performance analysis and strategic financial insights to the leadership team.
5. Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
6. Build and develop a high-performing finance team to support the next stage of growth.
7. Drive system and process improvements in line with the growth journey.

Experience Required

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager, ideally in a high-growth environment.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, IFRS/UK GAAP, and tax compliance.
• Confident using financial software tools (e.g., NetSuite, Xero, or similar platforms).
• Commercially astute, tech-savvy, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, agile business.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a collaborative mindset.