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Financial Controller - Livingston
Are you a qualified accountant who thrives on using numbers to drive commercial, strategic decision making? Want to take full ownership of the finance function in a growing business making a real environmental impact? Our client is looking for a hands-on Financial Controller to lead finance at the heart of their IT refurbishment company. You'll report directly to the managing director and play a key role in guiding financial performance, driving growth, and strengthening internal controls. You will have their bookkeeper reporting into you and collaborating across operations, procurement, and sales. Progression to Finance Director with equity will be included in the package for the right candidate.
Key Details:
* Salary: £40,000–£50,000 FTE | 3 Days/Week (Flexible) | Equity & FD Progression Potential
* Benefits: Company laptop, free parking, hybrid working, and future equity options
* Progression: Finance Director role available for the right candidate
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Oversight – Ensuring timely, accurate monthly reporting and actionable insight into financial performance for strategic decision-making.
* Bookkeeping Supervision – Maintaining accurate financial records and VAT compliance by managing and supporting the internal bookkeeper.
* Cash Flow & Forecasting – Delivering reliable cash flow visibility and proactive budgeting to support operational and investment planning.
* Gross Profit & Stock Analysis – Providing detailed gross profit tracking and accurate stock valuations to enable accurate performance analysis.
* Financial Controls & Compliance – Developing robust financial processes and ensuring all regulatory obligations are consistently met.
* Systems & Reporting – Improving efficiency and data accuracy through continual improvements of financial systems and reporting tools.
Key Skills & Experience
* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with experience in a SME environment.
* You’ve led the finance function in an SME, bringing structure, insight, and control to a fast-moving environment.
* Strong knowledge of stock accounting, margin analysis, and inventory controls.
* Hands-on experience improving financial systems and internal controls.
* Experience in manufacturing, or import/export is highly desirable.
* Excellent Excel skills and experience with Xero.
* Confident communicator who can work closely with procurement, sales, and operations.
The Team:
They’re a close-knit team working together to build a more sustainable IT supply chain. Many of the team have grown with the business and stayed long term because of the supportive, flexible environment they’ve created.
Key Details:
* Hours: 3 days per week preferred (open to full-time for the right person)
* Salary: £40,000–£50,000 Pro rata
* Benefits: Company laptop, free parking, hybrid working, and future equity options
* Progression: Finance Director role available for the right candidate
What To Expect Next:
* You’ll hear from our client within 3 days of applying.
* Selected candidates will be invited to complete a short psychometric assessment.
* Candidates will be short listed and invited to a zoom call with the managing director.
* Finalists will visit their Livingston facility and meet the wider team.
If this sounds like a role where you can make a difference and grow with them, they’d love to hear from you.
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