We are working with a high-growth, internationally operating creative business to appoint a Financial Controller into a key leadership role within one of its core divisions.
Operating across global markets and delivering large-scale, high-profile projects, this organisation combines creativity, commerciality, and operational excellence. With a strong track record and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, project-driven environment where finance plays a central role in business performance.
The Role Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and working closely with senior leadership, you will take full ownership of the finance function for a Midlands-based division within the group.
This is a hands-on, commercially focused role, requiring someone comfortable operating at both a strategic and operational level.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the finance function and managing a team of four
Delivering accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
Owning budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
Partnering with senior stakeholders to support decision-making and drive performance
Overseeing project accounting, including revenue recognition, WIP, and margin analysis
Managing cash flow, controls, and financial processes
Leading audit processes and ensuring compliance with statutory and tax requirements
Driving continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting
About You
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Experience operating at Senior Finance Manager or Financial Controller level
Background in a fast-paced, project-based environment
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders
Hands-on approach with the ability to lead and develop a team
Confident managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Strong technical skills across financial reporting, revenue recognition, and project accounting
Why Apply?
Opportunity to join a dynamic, growing international business
Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership
Broad, commercially focused position with real impact on business performance
Collaborative, creative, and fast-moving environment