Financial Controller

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its finance function as it scales. This role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow, ensuring robust internal controls and supporting strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in management accounting within an SME environment, demonstrating strong analytical skills and a proactive approach. With flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to shape the finance function, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to the growth of a dynamic company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to shape the finance function

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in an SME.
• Strong skills in management accounts and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts to senior leadership.
• Lead the budgeting process and manage departmental budgets.
• Oversee finance operations including AP/AR and payroll.

Skills

Management Accounting

Budgeting

Cash Flow Management

Financial Modelling

Excel Skills

Education

Professional Accounting Qualification

Tools

Sage

Job description

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Amplifi Talent is partnering with an award-winning, locally owned, multi-site SME headquartered in Antrim, to recruit a suitably experienced Financial Controller on a permanent basis. With ambitious plans for growth, our client seeks a hands-on finance professional to lead and manage the finance function with a focus on control, insight, and financial guidance & support.

Role Overview

As Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the end-to-end financial management of the business. You will support senior leadership through timely, accurate, and insightful management accounts, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management. This is a key hire as the business scales and professionalizes its finance operations. This opportunity may suit a seasoned Finance Manager / Controller or an ambitious Management Accountant looking to advance their career.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Management Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts to senior leadership. Analyse financial performance, providing commentary and insights on key variances. Develop and maintain financial KPIs to support decision-making.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing reforecasting cycles. Collaborate with department heads to create and manage departmental budgets. Build financial models to support planning and scenario analysis.
3. Cashflow & Working Capital: Manage and forecast short- and long-term cash flow requirements. Monitor working capital, liaising with suppliers and customers. Optimize cash position and ensure liquidity for operations and growth.
4. Financial Operations & Controls: Maintain and improve internal controls and processes. Oversee day-to-day finance operations including AP/AR, credit control, payroll, and VAT returns. Work with external accountants and auditors for year-end accounts and compliance.
5. Financial/Strategic Support: Support the MD and CEO on financial strategy and business decisions. Assist with funding and investment activities. Contribute to commercial discussions, contract reviews, and pricing strategies.

Person Specification

Essential: Accounting professional with at least 5 years' experience, ideally in an SME environment. Strong management accounts and budgeting experience. Proven cash flow management skills. Experience in a fast-paced, growth environment. Excellent Excel and financial modeling skills. Hands-on, proactive, and commercially minded.

Desirable: Experience in tech or related sectors. Familiarity with Sage or similar cloud-based accounting systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements (2 days per week WFH)
• Opportunity to shape the finance function in a growing company

For further details, please contact Billy McCarthy at Amplifi Talent using the contact details below.