Financial Controller

Alexander Daniels are partnering with a growing organisation to recruit an experienced Financial Controller to lead financial operations, reporting, and business partnering across the business. This is a high-impact role suited to a technically strong, commercially aware finance professional looking to take ownership in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger and all financial reporting.
• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with accounting standards.
• Manage statutory submissions including VAT and CIS, ensuring full compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Support payroll accounting and reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls and drive improvements in financial processes and systems.
• Work closely with senior leaders across operational and commercial teams.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and scenario planning.
• Provide financial insights to support pricing, decision-making, and performance improvement.
• Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and process enhancements.
• Develop and maintain detailed cash flow forecasts.
• Manage working capital across receivables, payables, and inventory.
• Proactively identify and respond to potential liquidity challenges.
• Support teams across the business with clear, insightful financial guidance.

Key Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, Part Qualified/ Finalist will be considered with strong previous experience.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, CIS, payroll processes, and financial compliance.
• Confident in audit preparation, financial control, and statutory reporting.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.

This is an office-based role