Financial Controller
5 days ago
Job Title: Financial Controller / Finance Director Salary: £75,000 – £80,000 Location: Marlow Business Size: £10m Revenue SME Reporting to: Managing Director / CEO Direct Reports: Small finance team (e.g., Management Accountant, Accounts Assistant) About the Company We are an ambitious, high-growth SME with c.£10m annual turnover, operating in a fast-moving and entrepreneurial environment. As we continue to scale, we are seeking a commercially minded and analytically driven Financial Controller / Finance Director to take full ownership of the finance function and play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy. Role Overview This is a hands-on, progressive leadership role suited to a dynamic finance professional who thrives in an SME environment. You will oversee all financial operations, ensure robust reporting, and act as a strategic partner to the senior leadership team. You will drive insight, efficiency, and financial discipline across the business while supporting the next phase of growth. Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Strategy Lead the finance function, driving continuous improvement, efficiency and financial control. Partner with the MD/CEO and senior team to influence strategic direction and commercial decision-making. Prepare financial forecasts, long-term plans, and scenario analyses to support strategic growth initiatives. Provide challenge and insight to improve profitability, margin performance and cash generation. Financial Operations & Reporting Own monthly management accounts, board packs and KPI reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Develop and refine financial dashboards, analytical tools and business intelligence reporting. Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment across functions. Ensure robust cashflow forecasting, working capital management and treasury oversight. Controls, Governance & Compliance Strengthen internal controls, policies and financial processes in line with best practice. Oversee statutory accounts, tax compliance, audit, and external advisor relationships. Ensure regulatory compliance and risk management across the business. Team Leadership Manage and develop a small finance team, building a high-performance culture. Encourage continuous learning, ownership, and cross-functional collaboration. Systems & Process Improvement Champion systems enhancements and automation to boost efficiency and reporting accuracy. Drive digital and process transformation across finance and operational areas. About You (Skills, Experience & Behaviours) Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Proven experience in an SME environment, ideally in a fast-paced or growth-oriented business. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. Commercially astute with a track record of improving profitability and operational performance. Hands-on and proactive, comfortable balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day activity. Excellent communicator, able to influence stakeholders at all levels. Experience implementing systems, processes or automation improvements. A progressive, forward-thinking leader who brings energy, challenge and a growth mindset. What We Offer Salary: £75,000 – £80,000 Opportunity to step into a truly influential role within a growing SME. Autonomy to shape the finance function and drive strategic impact. Collaborative culture with direct access to the leadership team. Potential future progression to full Finance Director (if initially hired at FC level).
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