Financial Controller

Lloyd Barnes Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK business in Exeter is looking for a Financial Controller to lead financial performance and oversee a talented finance team. The ideal candidate should be a fully qualified accountant with a minimum of five years' experience in finance, and previous experience in a similar role. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 – £80,000, company car, and additional benefits within a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Company car

Competitive salary and bonus package

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in finance, with prior role as Financial Controller or equivalent.
• Track record of managing and developing a finance team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, working closely with senior stakeholders.
• Deliver accurate, timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts and manage the external audit process.
• Oversee corporation tax submissions in collaboration with advisors.
• Manage daily cash flow and maintain strong relationships with funders.
• Provide direction and support to the finance team.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Job description

Financial Controller – Exeter, Devon

Location: Exeter (Office-based)

Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum + bonus + company car

Contract: Full-time, permanent

A well-established and highly successful UK business based in Exeter is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join its head office team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified and ambitious finance professional to step into a senior leadership position within a growing private organisation.

The Role

You’ll play a key role in driving financial performance, maintaining robust financial controls, and supporting strategic decision-making at board level. Leading a talented finance team, you’ll oversee all aspects of financial reporting, forecasting, statutory accounts, and cash flow management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, working closely with senior stakeholders.
• Deliver accurate, timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts and manage the external audit process.
• Oversee corporation tax submissions in collaboration with advisors.
• Manage daily cash flow and maintain strong relationships with funders.
• Provide direction and support to the finance team, ensuring high standards across all reporting areas.

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• At least five years’ experience in finance, with previous tenure as a Financial Controller or equivalent.
• Proven record of managing and developing a finance team.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic commercial environment.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus package.
• Company car and additional benefits.
• A leadership role in a thriving, forward-thinking business with national reach.

If you’re ready to take on a senior finance role that combines responsibility, variety, and genuine influence, this could be the opportunity for you.

For a confidential discussion or to request further details, please contact Jamie Wall at Lloyd Barnes.

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