Financial Controller

Michael Page; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Financial Controller for an exciting SME in Didcot. You will lead financial operations, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and governance to support growth and operational effectiveness.

The role requires strong accounting qualifications, leadership, and the ability to communicate insights to senior management. Hybrid working is offered, with salary up to £65,000.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in accounting or finance (ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting skills.
• Proficiency with financial systems and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee accurate financial reports and statements.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes to support business planning.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Monitor cash flow, profitability, and overall financial performance.
• Lead and support the finance team to meet key objectives.
• Collaborate with external auditors and manage year-end audits.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost efficiencies.

Skills

Financial reporting

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Systems proficiency

Education

ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Financial planning software

Job description

This role is responsible for leading financial operations, controls, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance, while ensuring accurate financial information and strong governance across the business. It also provides strategic financial analysis, performance insights, and decision-making support to senior leadership, helping drive growth and operational effectiveness.

Client Details

An exciting and innovative SME in Didcot, experiencing strong growth and continued success.

Description

• Prepare and oversee accurate financial reports and statements.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes to support business planning.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Monitor cash flow, profitability, and overall financial performance.
• Lead and support the finance team to meet key objectives.
• Collaborate with external auditors and manage year-end audits.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost efficiencies.

Profile

A successful Financial Controller should have:

• Relevant qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting skills.
• Proficiency with financial systems and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.

Job Offer

• Salary up to £65,000
• Hybrid working arrangement for a balanced work-life approach.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.