Financial Controller

MaxAd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established SME in Surrey is seeking a Financial Controller to manage all financial operations. The role offers flexibility in working hours and the possibility to progress into a Finance Director position. Ideal candidates are experienced finance professionals looking for a collaborative and people-focused environment. Strong knowledge of Sage 50 and financial reporting is essential.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity for career progression

Beautiful office location

Qualifications

• Experienced finance professional with a background in SME environments.
• Strong knowledge of Sage 50 and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end responsibility for finance, reporting, compliance and forecasting.
• Produce monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements.
• Lead cashflow management and manage VAT returns.

Skills

Finance management

Financial reporting

Sage 50

Excel proficiency

Cash flow management

Education

Qualified by experience or industry-recognized qualifications

Tools

Sage 50

Excel

Job description

£50,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

Are you a hands-on finance professional looking to escape the London commute and enjoy a better work-life balance closer to home? Would you thrive in a warm, collaborative team where your voice matters, your experience is valued and the environment is both professional and friendly?

A successful and well-established SME is looking for a confident and capable Financial Controller to join the team at its beautiful countryside office in Surrey. In order to continue their sustained growth, the business is now seeking a proactive individual to take ownership of all financial operations with the opportunity to progress into a Finance Director role over time.

This is a varied and rewarding position offering the chance to work as part of the senior leadership team, contribute at a strategic level and support the day-to-day running of the finance function. Ideal for someone either qualified by experience, or with industry recognised qualifications, this role combines autonomy, flexibility, and the satisfaction of making a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end responsibility for finance, reporting, compliance and forecasting
• Collaborate closely with the Sales Team and Managing Director to deliver timely and insightful financial reporting.
• Produce monthly management accounts, budgets, cash flow reports and year-end financial statements
• Lead cashflow management, including supplier payment runs and customer credit checks.
• Manage VAT returns, including C79 reports and Postponed VAT Statements.
• Support commercial decision-making with insightful financial analysis
• Manage a part-time Bookkeeper and oversee all transactional finance activity
• Work closely with the Directors to shape business strategy and performance
• Maintain systems (Sage 50) and CRM reporting (PromoServe or similar). Knowledge of other accountancy software e.g. Xero, would be advantageous.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, including Companies House requirements.
  
  

About You

• Experienced finance professional (QBE welcome) with a background in SME environments
• Motivated, dependable and solution-focused.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working at both operational and strategic levels
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 with proficiency with Excel, Outlook
• Confident, collaborative and able to work well in an open-plan team environment
• Looking for a local, stable and fulfilling role with scope to grow

What's on Offer

• £50,000 - £55,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Flexibility: 4 or 5 days per week considered, with flexible hours
• Progression to Finance Director over time
• Beautiful office location in Surrey (parking on-site)
• A truly people-focused, team culture
• No more long commutes - enjoy your evenings again

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the heart of a business, contributing at every level and helping shape the future. Whether you're ready for your first Financial Controller role or returning to work after a break, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!