Financial Controller

Austin Fraser; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Financial Controller to lead their finance function in a vibrant office environment. This exciting role offers the chance to oversee management accounts, year-end audits, and budgeting processes while working closely with operational teams to drive commercial success. As a qualified accountant, you will foster a high-performance culture within the finance team and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. If you are ready to take your finance leadership skills to the next level in a growing organization, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with proven leadership skills and a track record of team management.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience in financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function ensuring efficient financial operations.
• Oversee management accounts and year-end processes with auditors.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting while enhancing financial processes.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Commercial Acumen

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Are you a dynamic and experienced finance professional looking for a leadership role in a growing business? My client is seeking a Financial Controller to take full responsibility for their finance function, working five days a week in their Warwickshire office.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you will lead the finance function, ensuring the efficient management of financial operations and providing strategic insight to support business growth. Key responsibilities include:

Management Accounts - Overseeing the production of timely and accurate management accounts.
Year-End Accounts & Audit - Ensuring smooth year-end processes and liaising with external auditors.
Budgeting & Forecasting - Leading the budgeting process and delivering accurate financial forecasts.
Business Partnering - Working closely with operational colleagues to provide financial insight and drive commercial success.
Continuous Improvement - Identifying opportunities to enhance financial processes and efficiencies.
People Management - Leading and developing the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and driven finance professional who:

Is a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
Has proven leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing teams.
Possesses a continuous improvement mindset, proactively identifying and implementing process enhancements.
Demonstrates strong commercial acumen and the ability to work effectively with non-financial colleagues.

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £75,000 (dependent on experience).
Full-time office-based role in Warwickshire.
An opportunity to lead and shape the finance function in a growing organisation.

If you are a hands-on finance leader ready for your next challenge, apply now