Financial Controller (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Location: East Oxford

Salary: £80,000

Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

An established and growing organisation based in East Oxford is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join the business on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a key leadership role within the finance function, responsible for overseeing financial operations and managing a small team.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, strengthening financial controls, and supporting the business with insightful financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small finance team, ensuring high standards of performance and support
• Oversee monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting processes
• Ensure strong financial controls and compliance across the finance function
• Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight and support strategic decision making
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow reporting
• Support year-end processes and audit requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting efficiency

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role
• Proven experience managing and developing finance teams
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting experience
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner with non-finance stakeholders
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

The Opportunity

• Competitive salary of £80,000
• 12-month fixed-term contract
• Leadership role managing a small team
• East Oxford-based organisation with a collaborative working environment

If you’re an experienced Financial Controller looking for your next contract opportunity in Oxford, we’d love to hear from you.