Financial Controller/Director (No.1)

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Birmingham-based business is seeking a Financial Controller/Director to lead the finance function. This hands-on leadership role offers full ownership of finance and the opportunity to influence performance across a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, leadership experience, and the ability to engage with non-finance stakeholders. Join a values-driven SME with a supportive working environment and direct influence on strategy and performance.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Direct influence on strategy

Qualifications

• Proven track record in an SME environment.
• Experience in regulated sectors.

Responsibilities

• Leading day-to-day finance operations and month-end close.
• Producing management accounts, board reports, and forecasts.
• Managing budgeting, cash flow, and financial planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Accounting

Commercial Awareness

Job description

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Financial Controller/Director (No.1), Birmingham

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Client:

Robert Half

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a respected Birmingham-based business to appoint a Financial Controller / Director (No.1) to lead the finance function in a broad and high-impact role. This is a hands-on leadership position offering full ownership of finance, close collaboration with the Managing Director, and the chance to influence performance across a diverse portfolio.

The Role:

Leading day-to-day finance operations and month-end close

Producing management accounts, board reports, and forecasts

Managing budgeting, cash flow, and financial planning

Overseeing payroll, VAT, and statutory reporting

Partnering with the leadership team to deliver financial insight and commercial support

Negotiating key contracts with suppliers and utilities

Leading a small finance/admin team

Liaising with auditors, banks, HMRC, and regulators

Driving continuous improvement and process efficiencies

Supporting strategic growth plans and investment appraisals

About You:

Proven track record in an SME environment

Strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness

Confident communicator with the ability to engage non-finance stakeholders

Adaptable, proactive, and hands-on - comfortable in a varied role

Experience in regulated sectors

Leadership experience, even of small teams

Why Apply?

Key leadership position with direct influence on strategy and performance

Join a values-driven, financially stable SME with a strong heritage

Broad role with exposure to both operational and strategic finance

Close collaboration with the MD and senior leadership team

Supportive and collaborative working environment

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