Financial Controller

About Our Client

My client is an SME group of diverse businesses that have clear growth plans and a strong entrepreneurial direction

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reporting.
• Develop and maintain strong financial controls, systems, and policies.
• Partner with senior management to provide commercial insight and support strategic planning.
• Manage year-end audit, statutory accounts, and tax compliance.
• Oversee financial audits and liaise with auditors as required.
• Collaborate with other departments to align financial strategies with business goals.
• Implement process improvements and drive automation where possible.
• Support funding, investment, and growth initiatives.
• Manage and mentor junior finance staff.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Financial Controller should have:

• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
• Worked in an SME environment
• Ideally experienced in working for a group of businesses
• Strong experience in financial reporting and compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial tools.
• Knowledge of regulations and standards relevant to the business services industry.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commercial focus

• £400 - £450 a day
• 5 days on site
• Potential temporary to permanent role