Location: Farnborough, Hampshire (with potential for some flexibility in due course)
Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent
We’re looking for a Financial Controller to join Strebel UK Ltd in Farnborough. This is the most senior finance role in the business - a hands-on position where you’ll take ownership of everything from cash flow to reporting, while shaping the finance function as we grow.
You’ll thrive here if you:
* Are a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
* Have SME experience (ideally in an engineering/manufacturing or related industry) and enjoy being close to the detail as well as the bigger picture
* Want the challenge of leading a small finance team and being the go-to person for the Managing Director
What’s on offer?
* Scope to make the role your own
* The chance to lead finance in a growing business with real influence in the leadership team
* Involvement in shaping systems, processes and future improvements
If you’re an experienced Financial Controller seeking your next move - or a Finance Manager ready to step up - we’d love to hear from you.
Full job description
Purpose
This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day finance function at Strebel UK Ltd, ensuring accurate reporting, effective cash flow management and smooth financial operations. The Financial Controller will be hands-on, proactive and solutions-focused, supporting the Managing Director and wider team by providing reliable financial information and ensuring strong financial controls are in place.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow reports to support decision-making by the Managing Director
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including VAT, corporation tax, audit and financial reporting standards
* Maintain and update financial policies, procedures and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency
* Manage relationships with external advisors including accountants, auditors and banks
Operational Finance
* Oversee day-to-day finance activities including purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll and general ledger functions
* Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier and employee payments and account reconciliations
* Manage payroll administration, ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension regulations
* Monitor daily cash flow and working capital to ensure sufficient liquidity for business needs
* Provide hands-on support where required in a small finance team
Systems and Process Improvement
* Support the implementation of a new finance system to improve efficiency and reporting capability
* Review and streamline existing processes to reduce errors and improve turnaround times
* Use data and reporting tools to improve financial visibility and support operational decisions
Risk and Compliance
* Manage company-wide insurances including vehicles, property and business cover
* Ensure compliance with financial legislation, standards and internal controls
* Identify and mitigate financial risks within the business
Team Support
* Supervise and support the purchase ledger administrator
* Encourage accuracy, efficiency and accountability within the team
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement
Note: This job description covers the main duties and responsibilities of the role, but it is not exhaustive. You are expected to undertake any other reasonable duties within your capabilities and the scope of the post as specified by your manager.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting - management accounts, payroll and statutory returns delivered within agreed deadlines each month, with error rate below 2%
* Budgeting and forecasting performance - budgets and forecasts prepared on time, with variances explained within 5 working days of month end
* Cash flow and working capital management - daily cash flow monitored, with no unplanned breaches of credit limits and debtor days
* Systems and process improvement - delivery of agreed system or process improvements on time, with measurable efficiency gains
* Operational efficiency - year-on-year reduction in manual errors or rework across finance processes, with documented improvements in at least 2 areas per annum
Skills & Experience
* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (essential)
* Experience in finance roles within an SME environment (essential)
* Strong knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and payroll administration (essential)
* Previous supervisory experience (desirable)
* Proven track record in accurate financial reporting and cash flow management
* Experience of systems or ERP implementation (desirable)
* Strong Excel and accounting software skills
* Analytical and solutions-focused, with the ability to improve processes and efficiency
Behavioural Attributes
* Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership
* Practical and hands-on, willing to get involved in day-to-day tasks
* Clear communicator, able to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues
* Collaborative and supportive, comfortable working in a small team
* Adaptable and resourceful, able to respond to changing priorities
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Job details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries: Human Resources Services
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