Financial Controller

JS Recruitment UK LTD; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in Pontefract seeks a Financial Controller to lead a dedicated finance team and ensure the company's financial health. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience at Financial Controller level, managing a turnover of £25m+, and will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and developing financial strategy. This role offers a collaborative environment and the opportunity to positively impact business success.

Benefits

Key member of leadership team

Collaborative environment

Valued contributions

Qualifications

• At least 5 years at Financial Controller level.
• Proven experience managing a turnover of £25m+.
• Strong track record of leading and developing a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small finance team.
• Prepare management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and board reports.
• Manage and report on cashflow.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cashflow management

Excellent communication

Education

ACCA / CIMA qualified or QBE

Tools

SAGE 50

Excel

Job description

Overview

Are you a hands-on finance leader with a passion for driving business success?

We’re partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit a talented Financial Controller. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded and people-focused finance professional to join the senior leadership team as Number 1 in Finance.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll not only lead and develop a small, dedicated finance team but also roll up your sleeves and deliver at the highest level. You’ll be responsible for the financial health of a business with a turnover of £25m+ playing a pivotal role in shaping strategy and supporting growth.

Responsibilities

The Role

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the finance team, creating a collaborative, supportive and high-performing culture.
• Take ownership of the company’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Prepare, review, and present management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and board reports.
• Compile and deliver comprehensive monthly board packs, providing insights and strategic guidance.
• Manage and report on cashflow across the group, ensuring financial stability and supporting business growth.
• Oversee payroll and pensions, customer invoicing, debt management, VAT, PAYE, and annual accounts preparation.
• Work closely with the senior leadership team, acting as a key business partner and trusted advisor.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including accountants and banks.
• Drive process improvements and support the company’s long-term strategic goals.

Qualifications

About You

• Fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA) or QBE with at least 5 years at Financial Controller level
• Proven experience of managing a turnover of £25m+.
• Strong track record of leading and developing a finance team.
• Demonstrable experience in budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management.
• Proficiency in SAGE 50 and advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication, analytical and leadership skills.
• A proactive, positive and commercially astute mindset.

Benefits

Why Join?

• Be a key member of the leadership team in a growing and ambitious company.
• Play a central role in shaping the future success of the business.
• Work in a collaborative, team-focused environment where your contribution is valued.

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