Financial Controller
£90,000 – £105,000 + Benefits - Hybrid (1 Day in Exeter Weekly)
We are looking for a fun, bright and people-centric finance leader - sounds simple right?
We’re supporting a fast-growing, highly innovative brand in their search for a Financial Controller to lead core finance operations at a time of exciting expansion.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to take full ownership of financial controls, reporting, and team development in a business scaling at pace.
In this senior leadership role, you’ll partner closely with the Finance Director to oversee all aspects of financial operations - from reporting and compliance to transactional finance and system development. You’ll also play a critical role in ensuring the finance function evolves to match the needs of a growing and increasingly complex business.
Leading the financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate internal and external reporting.
Statutory accounts and audit queries.
Managing audit, tax, and regulatory requirements, ensuring ongoing compliance.
Overseeing day-to-day transactional finance, including payments, receivables, payroll, and banking activities.
Reviewing and improving internal controls and financial processes for scalability.
Supporting and developing a small but capable finance team.
Contributing to system improvements and helping shape the use of finance technology across the business (experience with NetSuite is a bonus).
Monitoring working capital, overseeing cash flow, and supporting finance-related projects across departments.
Deputising for the Finance Director when needed.
We're seeking someone who’s technically strong but also comfortable in a fast-moving, commercial setting.
Full qualification as a chartered accountant (ACA preferred), ideally trained in a top-tier or Big 4 firm.
At least 3 years’ experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within a growing or change-heavy environment.
Strong team leadership credentials, with a track record of mentoring and developing finance professionals.
A practical understanding of modern finance systems and how to leverage them for improved accuracy and efficiency.
90,000 – £105,000 base salary, depending on experience.
~ A comprehensive benefits package.
~ Hybrid working model – just one day a week required onsite in Exeter.
~ A chance to join a well-regarded, forward-thinking business at a time of genuine growth and transformation.
If you're looking to move into a pivotal role within a high-growth organisation and want to lead from the front in shaping the finance function of the future - we’d love to hear from you.