A growing, privately owned business in the services sector are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to lead a major transformation of its finance function for a 12 month contract. The company has reached an exciting point in its growth and now needs a finance leader who can bring structure, clarity and modern processes to support the next phase.

They are in need of a professional who can build a finance function that is proactive, insightful and embedded across the organisation. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys fixing, improving and building.

What you’ll be responsible for

You’ll take ownership of the finance function and lead a series of high-priority projects, including:
*Cleansing and restructuring the finance system to ensure accurate, reliable data
*Training and developing the existing team to improve consistency and efficiency
*Reviewing and improving current processes
*Bringing statutory submissions in-house including VAT, CIS, PAYE, and year end accounts
*Building budgets for the new financial year and embedding budget ownership across the business
*Implementing month-end processes, management accounts and regular financial reporting
*Developing an insightful KPI dashboard for the SLT
*Partnering with managers to improve financial understanding and accountability
*Supporting HR with remuneration and performance review processes
*Working closely with Directors to embed finance into day-to-day decision-making
This is a role with real visibility and influence, giving you the chance to shape how the business uses financial information and leave behind a function that is modern, efficient and fit for growth.
What we’re looking for
*ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified professional
*Strong background in statutory compliance, controls and process improvement
*Confident leading change and influencing managers across the business
*Hands-on, practical and able to balance detail with commercial thinking

For further information please contact Hannah Flindall