Financial Controller

Hays; Witney; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic renewable energy company based in Witney is seeking an experienced Financial Controller. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial operations, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance while contributing to a mission-driven organization in the clean energy sector.

Qualifications

• Experienced in financial leadership and controls.
• Strong budgeting and forecasting skills.
• Ability to prepare management accounts and financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial procedures and controls are robust across the business.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and production of management accounts.
• Supervise Purchase Ledger Assistant and oversee payroll processing.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Reporting

Team Management

Job description

Financial Controller needed for Witney-based SME - £60,000 - £80,000

I'm supporting a dynamic and growing renewable energy company with a newly available position for an experienced
Financial Controller / Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take the reins of a broad financial portfolio while contributing to a purpose-driven organisation in the clean energy space.
Key Highlights of the Role:
Financial Leadership & Controls

• Ensure robust financial procedures and controls are maintained across the business
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior leadership on regulatory and operational matters

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the development, updating, and management of the group's annual budgets
• Prepare monthly cash flow models and funding forecasts

Management Accounts & Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review comprehensive management accounts, including intercompany transactions, fixed assets, accruals, and recharges
• Deliver accurate and timely dashboard reporting on project spend and cash flow

Team Management & Oversight

• Supervise and support the Purchase Ledger Assistant with invoice processing, payments, PO generation, and reconciliations
• Oversee payroll processing and payments to employees, HMRC, pension providers, and benefits schemes

Project Finance Collaboration

• Work closely with project managers on cash flow needs, budget tracking, and project progress reporting

Compliance & Risk

• Maintain up-to-date group insurance policies and ensure financial compliance during audits
• Liaise with HMRC and oversee timely tax returns and filings

External Relations

• Maintain banking relationships (Lloyds) including Letters of Credit
• Review and file quarterly VAT returns and annual accounts

This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on responsibility, and would suit someone confident in managing a small team while maintaining close involvement across departments. #