Full job descriptionFinancial Controller
Stevenage
£70,000–£80,000
Full-time | Permanent
StormX Recruitment is supporting a growing business in Stevenage with the appointment of an experienced Financial Controller.
Reporting to the Group CFO, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring strong financial control while providing commercial insight to support business performance and decision-making.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
*Managing the month-end close and delivering accurate monthly management accounts and reporting.
*Preparing budgets, forecasts and financial analysis.
*Providing commercial insight and constructive challenge to senior stakeholders.
*Maintaining robust financial controls, reconciliations and processes.
*Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and cost control.
*Supporting business projects and strategic initiatives.
*Working closely with Group Finance to ensure consistent reporting and controls.
*Providing financial support and guidance across the wider business.
About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant with strong commercial experience and excellent analytical skills.
You will ideally have:
*ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification.
*Experience as a Financial Controller, Senior Accountant or in a similar senior finance role.
*Strong month-end, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting experience.
*Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills.
*Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
*The ability to work at both a strategic and hands-on level.
*A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
Motor industry experience would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other commercially focused sectors will also be considered.
The Package
*£70,000–£80,000
*25 days annual leave
*Free on-site parking
*Plus, other strong benefits