Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Salary £65,000p/a - £70,000p/a
Office based - 9am -5pm (with flexibility)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a well-established, privately owned business based in Welwyn Garden City.
This is a broad and influential role, offering the chance to take full ownership of finance, support board-level decision-making, and help shape the future direction of the business. Reporting into senior leadership, you will combine strategic input with day-to-day operational involvement, while managing and developing a small finance team of three.
The Role
Key responsibilities include:
Ownership of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting
Statutory accounts, audit and compliance
Cashflow, working capital and financial planning
Oversight of payroll, VAT, payables and receivables
Stock and cost control
Strengthening financial controls and processes
Business partnering with senior stakeholders and the Board
Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with operational and commercial teams across the business, providing financial insight to support both daily decision-making and longer-term planning. There is also scope to improve reporting, systems and processes over time.
For someone looking to take ownership of a finance function, influence strategy, and grow into a future Finance Director role, this is an excellent next step.
They will consider (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or QBE
Previous experience in a senior finance role, ideally within an SME
Strong technical skills
Confidence working closely with senior leadership
A hands-on, proactive approach
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
A collaborative mindset and positive attitude