Financial Controller

TipTopJob; Retford; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Financial Controller based in Retford, UK. This senior role involves overseeing the finance function, managing a team, and providing strategic financial insights. The ideal candidate will have ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification and strong leadership skills. You will lead the financial reporting process and ensure compliance while supporting business performance. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to company growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Accountant.
• Experienced in management accounts and operational cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end finance function, producing monthly accounts.
• Monitor project costs, track margins, and provide warnings for overruns.
• Oversee sales/purchase ledgers, credit control, cash flow, and supplier payments.

Skills

Xero/cloud accounting skills

Leadership skills

Financial analysis

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA (part-qualified or newly qualified considered)

Job description

Location: Retford

Salary: Up to A GBP 55k

Benjamin Edwards is recruiting for an experienced Financial Controller to join a rapidly growing company based in Retford. This is an exciting opportunity to drive financial leadership, support strategic growth, and provide insight at both operational and Group level. This senior position offers full ownership of the finance function, including management of the Accounts Assistant, and direct influence on business performance. As Financial Controller, you will provide accurate financial reporting, project cost control, and actionable insights to directors and operational teams, while ensuring compliance and best:practice governance.

The role of Financial Controller

• Lead the end:to:end finance function, producing monthly accounts, weekly management reports, and board packs
• Monitor project costs, track margins, and provide early warnings for overruns
• Oversee sales/purchase ledgers, credit control, cash flow, and supplier payments
• Ensure statutory compliance (VAT, PAYE, CIS, HMRC) and liaise with auditors and banks
• Line manage and develop the Accounts Assistant, implementing robust financial processes
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and investment decisions

The ideal candidate for the role of Financial Controller

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA (part:qualified or newly qualified considered)
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Accountant
• Strong Xero/cloud accounting skills including payroll, VAT, PAYE, CIS, and reporting
• Experienced in management accounts, financial analysis, and operational cost control
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and developing a finance team

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply.