Financial Controller

Financial Controller Watford 100,000 - 110,000 + Benefits Office-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.

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