Financial Controller

Jenson Fisher Consulting Ltd; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Glenrothes is seeking a Financial Controller to drive finance functions and provide strategic insights for business growth. In this hands-on role, you will lead the finance team, manage reporting, and ensure compliance while significantly impacting the company's success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar Financial Controller role, ideally within an SME environment.
• Commercial mindset and proactive, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day finance operations, including month-end and year-end reporting.
• Manage the audit process and maintain strong internal controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Jenson Fisher are delighted to be retained by our client, a successful and growing SME based in Glenrothes, to recruit a Financial Controller. This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving business with a £10m turnover and play a pivotal role in its continued success.

As Financial Controller, you will work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, taking full ownership of the finance function and providing strategic insight to support business growth. This is a hands-on role suited to a commercially-minded finance professional with strong technical expertise and the ability to lead a small finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day finance operations, including month-end and year-end reporting.


• Preparation of management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis.


• Provide financial insight to support strategic planning and commercial decision-making.


• Manage the audit process and maintain strong internal controls.


• Oversee payroll, VAT returns, and statutory compliance.


• Work closely with operational teams to drive performance and profitability.


• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.

About You:

• Fully qualified accountant (CA/ACCA/CIMA) or Qualified by Experience.


• Proven experience in a similar Financial Controller role, ideally within an SME environment.


• Strong technical accounting skills combined with a commercial mindset.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.


• Proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to make a real impact within a dynamic and supportive business. To be considered please submit your CV by clicking the link alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Martin Crines, Director at Jenson Fisher Consulting.

As this is a retained assignment, all applications and enquiries must be directed exclusively to Jenson Fisher. We are managing the recruitment process on behalf of our client and will be your first point of contact.