Financial Controller

First Base; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based firm in Cirencester is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee the finance function and lead the rollout of a new ERP system. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance management, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to drive process improvements. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum along with benefits and an opportunity for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Scope for professional development

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance management (Financial Controller or similar).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial controls expertise.
• Confident using finance and ERP/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and management reporting.
• Manage stock and inventory accounting, including quarterly counts.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

Skills

Finance management experience

Technical accounting knowledge

Strong communication skills

Proactive and adaptable approach

Experience with ERP/accounting systems

Education

ATT or equivalent financial qualification

Tools

Epicor Prophet 21

Job description

Overview

Financial Controller — Location: Cirencester, Gloucestershire. Hours: Full-time, Permanent. Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum + benefits.

We're looking for a Financial Controller — but not the usual kind. This role blends finance, systems, compliance, and process improvement. You'll oversee the finance function while playing a key role in the rollout of a new ERP system, helping to modernise how the business operates.

If you enjoy detail, variety, and finding better ways to work — this could be the ideal role for you.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and management reporting
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and revenue recognition
• Manage stock and inventory accounting, including quarterly counts and variance analysis
• Prepare VAT, PAYE, and NI returns, and support year-end accounts and compliance
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external accountants and advisors
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Drive system and process improvements across finance and operations
• Monitor daily cash balances, working capital, and bank reconciliations
• Process payroll for office staff and manage credit insurance cover
• Supervise and develop members of the finance team
• Champion the implementation and ongoing use of Prophet 21 (Epicor ERP)

Key Skills

• Proven experience in finance management (Financial Controller or similar)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial controls expertise
• ATT or equivalent financial qualification
• Experience with stock and inventory accounting (advantageous but not essential)
• Confident using finance and ERP/accounting systems (Epicor Prophet 21 experience beneficial)
• Excellent organisation, accuracy, and analytical ability
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to work across all levels
• A proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused approach

What\u2019s on Offer

• A pivotal role at the heart of a well-established, forward-thinking business
• The opportunity to shape systems and processes during an exciting transition
• A supportive leadership team that values professionalism and fresh ideas
• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum plus benefits
• Excellent scope for professional development in finance and leadership