Our client is a well-established, privately owned SME with a turnover of approximately £12m, seeking an experienced Financial Controller to support the CFO and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function.

This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys operating within a growing business where they can take ownership, improve processes and play a key role in supporting commercial decision making. The successful candidate will oversee one junior finance team member while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day finance function.

The Role

• Reporting directly to the CFO, responsibilities will include:
• Supporting the CFO across all aspects of the finance function.
• Owning the month-end close process through to the production of draft management accounts.
• Managing cash flow forecasting and reporting.
• Overseeing the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Maintaining strong financial controls and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Managing VAT, payroll and statutory compliance.
• Leading the year-end audit process and coordinating with external auditors.
• Identifying and implementing improvements to financial processes and reporting.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and ad hoc commercial analysis.
• Providing day-to-day oversight and support to a junior member of the finance team

We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller who is comfortable taking ownership of the finance function while working closely with the CFO.

Key requirements:

• Previous experience as a Financial Controller within an SME environment.
• Strong NetSuite experience is essential, ideally with exposure to workflows and stock management.
• Experience managing the month-end process and producing management accounts.
• Strong understanding of cash flow management, VAT, payroll and statutory reporting.
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.

Package

• Benefits package.
• Opportunity to play a key role within a growing business, working closely with an experienced CFO.