Financial Controller

Financial ControllerWatford | £90,000 - £100,000 + Excellent BenefitsOffice-Based (5 Days per Week)An established and successful business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of its finance function. This is a confidential appointment, offering the opportunity to join a well-performing organisation in a broad, commercially focused leadership role with genuine influence across the business.Leading a small finance team, you'll take full responsibility for financial control, reporting, cash management and supporting strategic decision-making. This role will suit an experienced Financial Controller who enjoys operating in a hands-on environment while contributing to the wider success of the business.Key Responsibilities:- Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team.- Take ownership of the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.- Produce monthly management accounts, board reporting and financial analysis.- Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning.- Ensure robust financial controls, compliance and governance across the business.- Oversee statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance.- Drive process improvements and identify efficiencies across the finance function.- Partner with senior stakeholders, providing commercial insight to support business performance.- Manage banking relationships, working capital and treasury activities.- Support strategic projects and contribute to the continued growth of the business.The Person:- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).- Proven experience in a broad Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position.- Comfortable operating in a hands-on environment, balancing strategic input with day-to-day financial management.- Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing small teams.- Commercially minded with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.- Proactive, adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced business.This represents an excellent opportunity to join a successful organisation where you'll have real autonomy and the chance to make a significant impact. Due to the confidential nature of this appointment, further information regarding the business will be shared with shortlisted applicants following an initial discussion.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration