Financial Controller

CMA Recruitment Group is partnering with a well-established, privately backed organisation to recruit a Financial Controller for their Hampshire-based operation.

This is a pivotal appointment, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of finance working closely with senior leadership, this position blends technical finance leadership with hands-on commercial involvement, making it ideal for an experienced finance professional who enjoys influencing operational decision-making and driving business performance.

What will the Financial Controller role involve?

Taking full responsibility for the financial management of a regional business unit, delivering accurate and timely monthly reporting, forecasts and year-end outputs
Leading the finance team to ensure strong controls, balance sheet integrity and effective day-to-day finance operations
Acting as a trusted business partner to operational leaders, providing insight to improve contract performance, margins and cash flow
Supporting bids, renewals and pricing decisions through robust financial modelling and risk analysis
 Driving improvements in cash flow and working capital, working closely with credit control and operational stakeholders
Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, reporting quality and financial control
Suitable Candidate for the Financial Controller vacancy:

Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Proven experience operating at Financial Controller level or within a senior finance leadership role
Strong commercial acumen with a track record of partnering operational teams in contract-led environments
Confident communicator, able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders
Systems experience including ERP platforms and advanced Excel skills
Additional benefits and information for the role of Financial Controller:

Competitive salary package with performance-related bonus, depending on experience
Car allowance
Private medical insurance
Pension scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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