Financial Controller

1 week ago

Derby, United Kingdom Hamilton Woods Full time

**Financial Controller**

**£75,000 - £85,000 + Benefits**

**Derby**

Hamilton Woods is actively recruiting for a Financial Controller to support a growing SME subsidiary that sits within a large European group. The Financial Controller is to directly support the Chief Financial Officer. additionally, stakeholder managementtowards the Chief Operating Officer is also crucial, as well as being a senior leader within the rest of the business. As the business has grown, more of the business development aspects are becoming the responsibility of the CFO, therefore requiring a provenindividual to effectively lead the finance team of an exciting and rapidly growing organisation.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Line management of two individuals
- Overseeing and improving transactional processes and controls (AP/AR/Cash/Payroll)
- Ensuring the continued development of financial reporting compliance and standards (both internal and external)
- Working closely with external advisers to develop controls and compliance in tax affairs (primarily, VAT, Corporation Tax, R&D claims, employment taxes and Stamp-Duty Land Tax)
- Managing the annual audits and supporting the Audit Committee
- Managing risk and internal control processes
- Being the owner of the accounting information systems and further developing that functionality
- Running the financial month-end timetable, creating the management accounts, and drafting the board packs using input from all departments across the business
- Co-ordinating the budget process and establishing a forecast process within the business
- Partnering with the COO to review the CAPEX direction of the business; ultimately working with the Commercial Finance Analyst to develop ROI models for all types of investments
- Owning overheads for the business and seeking projects to improve efficiency
- Developing a self-billing system from the ground-up (one does not currently exist in any form).

**Key Personal Skills/Knowledge**:

- Strong communication skills (oral, written, listening). This includes the ability to give effective presentations to all levels of management.
- High levels of interpersonal skills, specifically around influencing without direct authority, resolving conflict, and creative problem-solving.
- Proven analytic skills. Must be comfortable analysing data with advanced Excel skills and systems logic, then developing clear and actionable conclusions/recommendations.
- Organised and confident; will be the one point of contact for a wide operations team on multiple topics and will need to react effectively to demands
- Biased toward action. Takes initiative, is entrepreneurial, can hit the ground running and move projects forward right from the start. Seeks forgiveness, not permission.

**Work Experience and Qualifications**:

- A qualified accountant, with noted experience as a Financial Controller, plus a strong background in reporting, tax, controls and compliance plus reporting and process efficiency is necessary
- Experience in construction, manufacturing, or sub-contractor management beneficial
- Strong IT implementation and automation track-record
- Exposure to decision-making and business partnering would also be an advantage

  • Financial Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Derby, United Kingdom Turner & Voce Full time

    Financial Controller Professional Services | Derby Based | 4-Day Work WeekUp to £70,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits + Hybrid/Flexible WorkingAre you a results-driven finance professional who thrives in fast-growth environments?Were strengthening our group finance team as we continue to scale through significant expansion and were looking for acommercially...

  • Financial Controller

    11 hours ago

    Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Robert Walters Full time

    Our client, a rapidly scaling multi-site operator in Derby, is seeking a Financial Controller to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal finance leadership position within a business that's on track to double its turnover over the next 18 months. The role will involve supporting the CEO and SLT in building out the finance...

  • Assistant Financial Controller

    5 days ago

    Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Distinct | B Corp Full time

    Assistant Financial Controller Nottingham £50,000 to £55,000 plus benefits If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact, this one stands out. It's a newly created position in a growing group finance function. You'll be joining a business with real scale but an SME feel day to day. Quick decisions. Supportive culture. Proper autonomy....

  • Financial Accountant

    6 days ago

    Derby, United Kingdom Refresco Full time

    Job DescriptionStep into the heart of global finance as our Financial Accountant, where you’ll forecast multi‑currency cash flows, lead alcohol compliance with HMRC, and drive FX strategy, reporting, and monthly close processes. In this fast‑paced international FMCG powerhouse, you’ll combine technical expertise with strategic influence, ensuring...

  • Financial Director

    4 days ago

    Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Xpertise Recruitment Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

    Finance & Operations Director (Part Time 2-3 days a week flexible)OverviewThis role partners closely with the MD, Board, and Regional Managers to shape and execute the strategic direction of the business. It combines high-level financial leadership with operational oversight, systems management, and team development. The successful candidate will be a...

  • Financial Advocate

    2 weeks ago

    Derby, United Kingdom Dosh Full time

    **Location**: Derby **Contract**: Permanent **Hours**: 39 hours per week **Salary**: Up to £28,164.99 per annum **Information**: Home based role - We operate flexi time and flexible working. Drivers essential. **Dosh** Dosh is a not-for-profit company that supports people with a learning disability to have more control and more independence over their...

  • Senior Financial Accountant

    2 days ago

    Derby, United Kingdom MRK Associates Full time

    **Senior Financial Accountant** Based in Derby, Derbyshire, but hybrid with only 2 days in the office, our PE backed highly successful client is looking for a qualified accountant to join them as Senior Financial Accountant. This job would suit an ACA/ACCA qualified accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge to be responsible for managing the...

  • Treasury Controller

    4 days ago

    Derby, United Kingdom Rolls-Royce Full time

    **Job Title**:Treasury Controller **Department**:Group Treasury **Reporting To**:Group Treasurer **Working Pattern**:Full-time. Flexible working arrangements will be considered **Location**:Derby - minimum 3 days per week in the office **Why Rolls-Royce?** Work with us and we’ll welcome you into a culture of caring and belonging where you can be...

  • Financial Accountant

    2 weeks ago

    Derby, United Kingdom Refresco Full time

    Step into the heart of global finance as our Financial Accountant, where you’ll forecast multi‑currency cash flows, lead alcohol compliance with HMRC, and drive FX strategy, reporting, and monthly close processes. In this fast‑paced international FMCG powerhouse, you’ll combine technical expertise with strategic influence, ensuring financial control...

  • Finance & Operations Controller - Ophthalmology

    4 days ago

    Derby, United Kingdom On Target Recruitment Ltd Full time

    The Job  ​​​​​​​The Company: A exceptionally well established ophthalmic company.  A market leading ophthalmic company.  Fantastic career opportunity.  The Role of the Finance & Operations Controller  Our client is the leading manufacture of ophthalmology devices & consumables and is well known throughout the world  Working within the...