Financial Controller

Snowdon Timber Products Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing timber supplier in the UK is seeking a Financial Controller to shape and lead their finance function. This role involves producing management accounts, budget preparation, and ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a similar role within an SME, strong commercial acumen, and a relevant accounting qualification. The position offers a supportive work environment, flexible hours, and a starting salary of approximately £45,000.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity for leadership growth

Supportive senior leadership

Qualifications

• Experience in a financial controller or senior management accounting role within a growing SME.
• Strong commercial acumen and the confidence to challenge decisions.
• Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts with analysis and recommendations.
• Prepare and manage budgets and cash-flow forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements and UK accounting standards.

Skills

Financial governance

Financial analysis

Budget management

Xero accounting software

Excel proficiency

Decision support

Stakeholder communication

Education

CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Sage Line 50

Xero

Job description

About Snowdon Timber Products Ltd

Founded in 2019, Snowdon Timber Products is one of the UK’s fastest-growing timber suppliers. From our HQ and distribution centre in Bangor, and our showroom and yard in Mochdre, we supply over 1,000 products across timber, garden, and DIY ranges. With sales now spanning 11 online marketplaces (and counting), we’re scaling fast – investing in people, technology, and infrastructure. Growth is constant here, and so are the opportunities.

The Role – Financial Controller

Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with a non‑executive Finance Director, you will take full responsibility for the accounting function across a small but expanding portfolio of fast‑growing limited companies. Your focus will be on providing strong financial governance, high‑quality insight and decision support to enable profitable, sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing monthly management accounts with meaningful analysis and recommendations
• Preparing and managing budgets and cash‑flow forecasts
• Analysing financial performance to identify opportunities for cost control and margin improvement
• Supporting strategic decision‑making through robust financial insight
• Liaising with external funders and supporting funding and grant applications
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements and UK accounting standards
• Managing year‑end processes with external accountants
• Leading the migration from Sage Line 50 to Xero
• Providing hands‑on support across day‑to‑day accounting activities (including sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, payroll journals and intercompany transactions)
• Recruiting support to take on transactional activity so you can focus on leadership, strategy and performance

What We Offer

• The opportunity to shape and lead the finance function in a growing business
• A clear pathway into a people‑leadership role
• Supportive, forward‑thinking senior leadership who value your input
• Permanent, full‑time role (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
• Flexibility with start/finish times – to be agreed at the outset (e.g. 8‑5, 8:30‑4:30, 9‑5)
• Based at our Llandygai office in Bangor
• Starting salary in the region of circa £45,000

About You

This role will suit someone who enjoys being close to the detail while thinking several steps ahead.

Bring

• Experience in a financial controller or senior management accounting role within a growing SME
• Sound professional judgement and the confidence to act as a trusted adviser to the Managing Director
• Strong commercial acumen and the confidence to challenge and influence decision‑making
• Excellent Excel skills and experience using accounting software (Xero preferred)
• A CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualification (or working towards)
• The ability to work autonomously, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• A practical, proactive and calm approach, even in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication skills and credibility with senior stakeholders

Ready to Apply?

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a tangible difference and grow with the business, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for this Financial Controller role. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.