Financial Controller

Seymour John; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Wolverhampton is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and drive strategic direction. This role involves leading a high-performing finance team, ensuring compliance, and delivering insights for decision-making. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with experience in project-led environments, capable of thriving in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Bonus

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday

Flexible & Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with strong post-qualification experience.
• Experience leading finance teams and managing change.
• Background in project-led, consultancy, or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full financial operations and lead a high-performing team.
• Ensure financial systems and internal controls are robust.
• Deliver meaningful commercial insights for strategic decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

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Base pay range

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Company: Static Systems Group

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About Static Systems Group

At Static Systems Group, we are leaders in designing and delivering advanced communication solutions that enhance safety and efficiency in healthcare and custodial environments. As a Halma plc company (FTSE 100), we combine the agility and purpose of a standalone business with the support of a global group focused on life-saving technologies.

We’re now seeking a technically-strong and commercially focused Financial Controller to join our leadership team. This is a high-impact role where finance plays a central role in shaping strategic direction and delivering operational excellence.

The Opportunity

As Financial Controller, you will oversee the full financial operation of the business, leading a high-performing team, driving improvements in processes and controls, and partnering with project and commercial teams to ensure clarity, compliance, and strategic support. This is a critical leadership role ideal for someone with a background in consultancy, project-based finance, or engineering-led delivery models.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to deliver accurate and timely information and provide high quality support to colleagues as needed across the business from payroll to analysis and business partnering.
• Create a positive team environment where everyone is encouraged to have a voice and contribute ideas, support each other, and feel empowered to own their specific area of responsibility.
• Oversee monthly management accounts, six-monthly statutory packs, and financial reporting for Halma and internal stakeholders
• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and strategy documents

Operational Finance & Controls

• Ensure financial systems and internal controls are robust, compliant, and support current and future business activities
• Manage supplier payments, credit control, customer vetting, and statutory returns
• Liaise with auditors and manage year-end finance matters

Commercial & Strategic Insight

• Deliver meaningful commercial insights to guide strategic and operational decision-making
• Monitor project-based revenue recognition, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and accuracy across multi-phase contracts
• Lead reviews of forecasts and investment/capex proposals to ensure alignment with business goals
• Champion a data-driven culture and continuous improvement across finance processes

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience
• Background in project-led, consultancy, or manufacturing environments with understanding of long-term contract accounting and revenue recognition
• Demonstrated experience leading finance teams and managing change
• High attention to detail with strong organisational and analytical skills
• Commercially astute, with the ability to partner across technical and operational functions
• Adaptable and proactive, capable of thriving in a fast-changing, purpose-driven business

What You’ll Get in Return

• Bonus: % of salary (personal + company performance)
• Pension
• Private Medical Insurance (with option to add family via salary sacrifice)
• 25 days holiday + statutory holidays
• Flexible & Hybrid Working: 4 days per week onsite (more flexible as you settle in)

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-led work with a tangible impact on lives and safety
• Opportunity to shape the future of finance in a growing, forward-thinking company
• Be part of a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture backed by the stability of a FTSE 100 parent
• Gain visibility across senior leadership and make a real difference in company direction

How to Apply

If you're ready to step into a key leadership role in a project-based business and contribute to the next phase of Static Systems Group’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV to:

Simon Lowe or Phil Topper

Seymour John

All enquiries and applications will be handled in strict confidence.

Please note: All third-party submissions will be forwarded to Seymour John.

Static Systems Group is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will support any adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Manufacturing and Construction

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