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Financial Controller

Salary

£60,000-70,000 , per year , inc benefits

Location

Langley Corner, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Job type

Permanent, Full time

Sector

Accountancy & finance

Job ref

X3-1285674

Job posted

Posted 57 minutes ago

We are seeking an experienced and commercially experienced FC to lead a small finance function and support strategic decision-making across the business. This is a key leadership role responsible for financial reporting, cash flow management, budgeting, compliance, and team development.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health of the organisation while driving process improvements and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

  • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
  • Produce accurate and timely management accounts
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies
  • Deliver insightful financial analysis and commentary to senior leadership

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

  • Monitor daily cash flow and liquidity
  • Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts
  • Optimise working capital through effective debtor and creditor management
  • Manage banking relationships and funding requirements

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

  • Lead the annual budget and periodic forecasting cycles
  • Partner with department heads to track and improve performance
  • Analyse financial variances and provide commercial insights
  • Support strategic decisions through financial modelling

Financial Controls, Compliance & Audit

  • Maintain robust financial controls and governance frameworks
  • Lead external audits and statutory reporting
  • Ensure compliance with tax, VAT, and regulatory requirements
  • Continuously improve financial processes and systems

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
  • Drive continuous improvement across finance operations
  • Enhance reporting systems, automation, and efficiencies
  • Build a high-performance, collaborative team culture

Credit Control Management

  • Oversee the Credit Control function and debt collection strategy
  • Manage customer accounts and minimise overdue balances
  • Escalate disputes and reduce bad debt exposure

Accounts Payable Management

  • Oversee supplier payments and invoice processing
  • Ensure accurate workflows and compliance
  • Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve queries
  • Strengthen purchase-to-pay controls

Qualifications

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (preferred)
  • Strong understanding of UK GAAP / IFRS
  • Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage 200, Microsoft Dynamics 365) desirable

Experience

  • Finance experience, with experience in a senior leadership role
  • Proven experience in Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or similar role
  • Strong background in reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Experience managing Accounts Payable and Credit Control teams
  • Track record of improving financial controls and processes
  • Experience leading audits and ensuring statutory compliance
  • Exposure to fast-paced or multi-entity environments is advantageous

Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to communicate financial insights to non-financial audiences
  • Organised with the ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Commercially focused with strong business partnering skills

 

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