Financial Controller

UK Connect; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wireless connectivity provider in Farnborough is seeking a Financial Controller to lead the Finance team and oversee financial governance. The role includes managing business operations, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence. Ideal candidates are fully qualified accountants with experience in fast-paced environments and strong knowledge of UK accounting standards. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including extended holiday and enhanced pension schemes.

Benefits

Up to 35 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced Company Pension Scheme

Free Gym Membership

Health & Dental Care option

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within a fast-paced SME.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Experience managing finance, HR, and business operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with UK Connect's growth plans.
• Oversee financial reporting systems and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Manage compliance, procurement, and asset coordination functions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Compliance management

Problem-solving

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Xero

People HR

Job description

Company: UK Connect Ltd

Department: Business Operations

Employment: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Farnborough Head Office

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

About UK Connect

UK Connect is a national provider of advanced wireless connectivity and IoT solutions. We connect over 2,500 sites annually, enabling digital transformation for our clients in some of the UK’s most challenging environments. Our team is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and delivering results that matter.

We put our success down to our focus on product quality, customer service and the expertise and experience across our teams. We take great pride from our elite status partnerships with many of the globes’ leading tech partners and the longevity of our relationships with our customers.

About the ole

As Financial Controller, you will lead the Finance team and oversee financial governance across the business. You’ll also manage Business Operations (including compliance, procurement, and asset coordination) and Human Resources. This is a key leadership role, driving operational excellence and ensuring alignment with UK Connect's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with UK Connect's growth plans.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision‑making.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, and legal advisors.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee financial reporting systems and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Identify and implement process improvements across finance and operations.
• Monitor key financial metrics and provide recommendations for performance optimisation.
• Support business governance and commercial teams in strategic initiatives.

Business Operations

• Manage compliance, procurement, and asset coordination functions.
• Ensure integration of operational data into financial reporting.
• Regularly review cost base and optimise for profitability.

Human Resources

• Oversee HR operations and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Support recruitment, development, and retention of talent.
• Ensure completion of training and development plans for HR and finance staff.

What We're Looking For

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within a fast‑paced SME.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Experience managing finance, HR, and business operations teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to drive process improvements and manage change.
• Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., Xero) and HR systems (e.g., People HR).

The Benefits

We have won countless awards for our business culture and benefits system, demonstrating our commitment to you. This list is long but below are just a few benefits you will receive whilst working with UK Connect.

• Up to 35 days a year holiday plus bank holidays*
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Leave
• Enhanced Paternity Leave

• 5 Paid Charity Days per year
• Free Gym Membership*
• Health & Dental Care option*
• Private Health Cover*
• Perkbox Employee Benefit Scheme
• Staff Away Days
• Death in Service Assurance (4x salary)
• Paid Bereavement Leave for those you love, not just direct family

*part of the broader range of extended benefits to choose from.

The list goes on and on, and it's constantly growing. To see all the additional benefits, visit https://ukconnect.com/careers/ and click on the benefits section, or, to hear what it's like to work for us, please visit our YouTube page.