Financial Controller

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

EPPING, ESSEX (OFFICE BASED)

£70,000 to £85,000 BASE (NEGOTIABLE)

We’re supporting a well-established business in Essex that is looking for an experienced Financial Controller / Finance Manager (no.2 in finance) to take ownership of the finance function and play a key role in supporting the Finance Director with timely and accurate financial reporting, process improvements, and strategic decision‑making.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified finance professional (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with strong technical skills and proven leadership experience who thrives in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.

The perfect opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to join the business in a No.2 in finance role and work closely with the Finance Director and play a key part in the strategic direction of the business.

• As the Financial Controller / Finance Manager, you'll report directly to the Finance Director and take responsibility for overseeing the day‑to‑day running of the finance function across all ledgers.
• Deliver monthly management accounts, financial statements, and associated reporting to strict deadlines.
• Manage cashflow, monitor daily cash levels, and ensure timely forecasting.
• Supervise payroll (weekly and monthly), HMRC submissions, and RTI compliance.
• Oversee staff management including reviews, training and development.
• Review and approve purchase ledger BACS payments and sales ledger credit limits.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, corporation tax, and year‑end schedules for audit.
• Manage foreign currency transactions, TT payments, and letters of credit.
• Ensure accurate stock reporting, reconciliations, and perpetual inventory counts.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to the Finance Director and wider leadership team.
• Identify process improvements across finance, systems, and reporting.
• Act as main liaison with auditors and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance and safeguarding of company assets.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Must have solid experience in a Financial Controller role, or similar, such as Finance Manager, Head of Finance, Finance Director, or Senior Management Accountant.
• Must have experience in a product‑based industry, such as manufacturing, retail, wholesale, engineering, logistics, or similar.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and UK compliance requirements.
• Skilled in cashflow management, reporting, and process improvement.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and develop a team.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and Microsoft 365 (experience with ERP/accounting systems advantageous).
• Commercially minded, proactive, and detail‑focused with a strong drive to meet deadlines.

Please send your CV for the Financial Controller / Finance Manager position via the advert for immediate consideration.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.