Financial Controller

Paul Mitchell Associates; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial recruitment firm in Leicester Forest East is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to oversee financial operations. You will manage financial control, accounting, and reporting while leading a small finance team. The ideal candidate has a solid background in financial accounting and experience with Sage Line 200. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000–£42,000 plus a 10% performance bonus, and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

10% performance bonus

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job stability

Qualifications

• Solid background in financial accounting and reporting.
• Experience leading and mentoring a small team.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of financial control, accounting, and reporting.
• Maintain robust internal controls for accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee monthly management accounts and statutory filings.
• Support budgeting and forecasting.
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships.
• Supervise a small finance team.

Skills

Financial accounting

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Sage Line 200

Job description

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

Leicester
£40,000 – £42,000 + 10% Bonus
Permanent | Office-Based

Are you a hands-on finance professional ready to take ownership of a busy finance function? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal role where your expertise will shape financial strategy, strengthen internal controls, and support senior leadership in driving continued success.

YOUR ROLE:

As Financial Controller, you’ll oversee the full finance function and play a key part in the management team, working closely with the Directors and department heads. You’ll ensure the company’s financial operations run smoothly, with strong governance, accurate reporting, and forward-looking insight.

You will:

• Manage all aspects of financial control, accounting, and reporting.

• Maintain robust internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Oversee monthly management accounts, VAT returns, payroll, and statutory filings.

• Support Directors with budgeting, forecasting, and tender pricing.

• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury functions.

• Supervise and develop a small finance team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Liaise with auditors, software providers, and other key stakeholders.

• Oversee IT system support and maintenance with external consultants.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE:

✨ Competitive salary – £40,000–£42,000 plus 10% performance bonus.
Generous holiday – 25 days + bank holidays.
Autonomy & impact – a key leadership role where your insight influences real decisions.
Career growth – gain exposure to all aspects of finance, strategy, and business management.
Supportive environment – professional, friendly, and collaborative team culture.
Stability – long-established business with a strong track record of success.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We’re seeking a proactive and experienced Financial Controller who:
✔️ Has a solid background in financial accounting and reporting.
✔️ Is confident leading and mentoring a small team.
✔️ Demonstrates strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
✔️ Thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on role.
✔️ Possesses excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
✔️ Ideally has experience with Sage Line 200 and solid IT literacy.

If you’re ready to take ownership of a varied, rewarding finance role and make a real impact — APPLY NOW!