Financial Controller

Financial Controller
Leicester
Permanent
Full Time hours, Monday to Friday
Up to £65,000 pa

Benefits of the Financial Controller role include: 32 days holiday (including bank holidays), bonus scheme, pension scheme and free on-site parking.

We are recruiting for an experienced Financial Controller to join a well-established business based in Leicester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially aware finance professional to take ownership of the finance function, support senior leadership with financial reporting and analysis, and help drive continued business growth.

This Financial Controller role will involve overseeing day-to-day finance operations, managing financial reporting processes, and supporting strategic decision making across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial management.

This is a varied and hands-on Financial Controller position suited to someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams, improving processes, and supporting a growing business environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Key responsibilities of the Financial Controller will include:

• Producing monthly management accounts, forecasts, and financial reports for senior management
• Managing budgeting processes and providing detailed variance analysis
• Overseeing cashflow forecasting and financial planning activities
• Leading month-end and year-end processes, ensuring deadlines are met accurately
• Managing audit preparation and liaising with external accountants and auditors
• Supervising and supporting the finance team with day-to-day responsibilities and development
• Reviewing and improving financial processes, controls, and reporting procedures
• Supporting senior leadership with financial analysis and commercial decision making
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and company procedures
• Managing balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, and statutory reporting requirements

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this Financial Controller role, you’ll need:

• Previous experience within a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or senior finance position
• Ideally fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, or ACA, although strong qualified by experience candidates will also be considered
• Experience producing management accounts, budgets, and financial forecasts
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and cashflow management
• Previous experience managing or mentoring finance staff
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting software or ERP systems
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with stakeholders across the business
• A proactive and commercially aware approach with strong attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a fast-paced environment

If you’re an experienced Financial Controller looking for a role where you can take ownership of the finance function and play a key part in supporting business growth, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now to take the next step in your finance career with a supportive and forward-thinking business