Financial Controller
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Salary £65,000p/a - £70,000p/a
Office based - 9am -5pm (with flexibility)


An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a well-established, privately owned business based in Welwyn Garden City.
This is a broad and influential role, offering the chance to take full ownership of finance, support board-level decision-making, and help shape the future direction of the business. Reporting into senior leadership, you will combine strategic input with day-to-day operational involvement, while managing and developing a small finance team of three.
The RoleKey responsibilities include:
*Ownership of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting
*Statutory accounts, audit and compliance
*Cashflow, working capital and financial planning
*Oversight of payroll, VAT, payables and receivables
*Stock and cost control
*Strengthening financial controls and processes
*Business partnering with senior stakeholders and the Board
*Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with operational and commercial teams across the business, providing financial insight to support both daily decision-making and longer-term planning. There is also scope to improve reporting, systems and processes over time.
For someone looking to take ownership of a finance function, influence strategy, and grow into a future Finance Director role, this is an excellent next step.
*They will consider (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or QBE
*Previous experience in a senior finance role, ideally within an SME
*Strong technical skills
*Confidence working closely with senior leadership
*A hands-on, proactive approach
*Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
*A collaborative mindset and positive attitude