We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to join our growing organisation based in Ware, reporting directly to the CFO. This is a hands-on role for a qualified accountant with strong experience in financial accounting, management reporting, and leading a finance team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the finance function while supporting strategic decision-making across multiple business units.

The Role:

As Financial Controller, you will oversee all finance and payroll activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and operational efficiency. You will prepare high-quality management accounts, monitor KPIs, support budgets and reforecasts, and provide expert financial guidance to the business. This role also involves working closely with the CFO on M&A activity, preparing datarooms, and supporting due diligence processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Management Accounting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly consolidated and entity management accounts in compliance with UK GAAP.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis to highlight risks and opportunities.
• Support development and measurement of sales strategies through targeted analysis.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Oversee supplier setup, invoice processing, and timely payments.
• Ensure accurate and timely invoicing and cash collection.
• Monitor aged debtors and support collections alongside sales and credit control teams.

General Accounting

• Manage payroll processing via outsourced provider.
• Oversee accruals, prepayments, and month-end close activities.
• Reconcile bank statements and perform P&L and balance sheet reviews.
• Manage year-end audits, statutory accounts, and corporation tax compliance.
• Maintain internal dataroom for future exit planning.
• Support M&A and wider strategic finance initiatives.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Proven experience of managing a team
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, risk analysis, and management reporting.

What the company offers

• Competitive salary with participation in a rewarding bonus scheme.
• Opportunity to shape and grow the finance function within a multi-service, multi-stakeholder business.
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with exposure to strategic decision-making, M&A, and growth initiatives.

If you are a hands-on, strategic finance professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.