Financial Controller

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services firm in the UK is hiring a Financial Controller to strengthen financial operations and support organisational change. This role involves leading financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management while fostering team development. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in senior finance roles and be fully qualified accountants. This opportunity offers a chance to influence financial strategy in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in senior finance roles, ideally at Financial Controller level.
• Strong technical accounting expertise and understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Collaborative leadership style and experience developing/ motivating finance teams.
• Strong systems capability, including experience with ERP platforms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate financial reporting aligned with accounting standards.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles for strategic decision-making.
• Manage cash flow and working capital for operational agility.
• Oversee financial analysis to identify efficiencies and investment areas.
• Establish strong internal controls to ensure statutory compliance.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Cash flow management

Team leadership

Communication skills

ERP systems

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

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

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Overview

As Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for strengthening the organisation's overall financial position. You will oversee day‑to‑day finance operations while working closely with senior leaders to enhance performance, manage risk, and support major organisational change.

This is a broad, influential role that extends well beyond traditional financial control. You will contribute to structural change, systems implementation, and cultural development, helping to shape a modern, forward‑looking finance function.

Key Accountabilities

• Deliver accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting aligned with relevant accounting standards and regulatory expectations

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting cycle, providing clear analysis to inform strategic decisions

• Manage cash flow and working capital to ensure financial resilience and operational agility

• Oversee financial analysis to identify efficiencies, synergy opportunities, and areas for investment

• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, ensuring adherence to tax and statutory requirements

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing finance team with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement

• Support major organisational initiatives, including restructuring, systems upgrades, and transformation programmes

Areas of Responsibility

Financial Reporting

• Preparation, review, and interpretation of monthly and annual financial statements

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Full ownership of the planning cycle, variance analysis, and forward‑looking financial insight

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Maintaining liquidity, optimising working capital, and strengthening cash management processes

Financial Analysis & Strategy

• Conducting ROI assessments, investment evaluations, and scenario modelling to guide decision‑making

Compliance & Controls

• Managing internal controls, audits, and compliance with tax and regulatory obligations

Team Leadership

• Building capability within the finance team and fostering a strong performance culture

Business Partnership

• Collaborating with senior stakeholders to influence financial and operational strategy

About You

You are a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in evolving environments and enjoys building robust, reliable finance functions.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience in senior finance roles, ideally at Financial Controller level

• Strong technical accounting expertise and a solid understanding of regulatory frameworks

• Proven experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management

• A track record of delivering high‑quality financial analysis to support strategic decisions

• A collaborative leadership style with experience developing and motivating finance teams

• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders

• Strong systems capability, including experience with ERP platforms and advanced Excel skills

Qualifications & Technical Knowledge

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

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

• Strong understanding of accounting standards, financial regulations, and internal control frameworks

• Knowledge of corporate finance, tax, and audit processes

• Experience supporting ERP implementations and wider business transformation initiatives