Strategic Financial Controller | Growth & Systems Lead

KCR; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and entrepreneurial business in Tees Valley is seeking a Financial Controller to manage core financial operations and lead a small finance team. The ideal candidate is a proactive qualified accountant with experience in financial analysis and ERP systems. This role involves managing month-end close, statutory accounts preparation, and driving budgeting processes while mentoring team members. It's an excellent opportunity for those looking to shape financial systems during a period of significant growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in financial operations management.
• Proven track record in managing financial teams and processes.
• Experience with ERP system improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly and year-end financial closing processes.
• Lead preparation of statutory accounts and external audits.
• Strengthen financial controls and risk management.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Provide actionable financial insights to senior leadership.
• Mentor and develop finance team members.

Skills

Proactive accountant

Leadership

Team mentoring

Financial analysis

ERP system implementation

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

A dynamic and entrepreneurial business in Tees Valley is seeking a Financial Controller to manage core financial operations and lead a small finance team. The ideal candidate is a proactive qualified accountant with experience in financial analysis and ERP systems. This role involves managing month-end close, statutory accounts preparation, and driving budgeting processes while mentoring team members. It's an excellent opportunity for those looking to shape financial systems during a period of significant growth.