Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organisation headquartered in Belfast. With a strong focus on operational excellence and strategic growth, the company is seeking a talented Financial Controller to lead its finance function and contribute meaningfully to its continued success. Your new role As Financial Controller, you will report directly to the Financial Director and lead a small finance team. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, insightful analysis, and robust financial controls. This role will see you partnering with operational heads across the business to drive performance, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Leading and developing a high-performing finance team Producing accurate monthly management accounts and board-level analysis Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and re-forecasting cycles Managing internal controls and financial processes Preparing year-end audit packs and statutory accounts Conducting monthly cash flow analysis Acting as a key business partner to improve profitability and performance What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance position within a fast-paced commercial environment. You'll have a proven track record of working closely with senior leadership to drive financial strategy and governance, as well as experience managing and developing a finance team. Key competencies include: Strong leadership and communication skills Commercial acumen and attention to detail A collaborative and methodical approach Ability to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement What you'll get in return This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to attract a high-calibre candidate. In addition to a bonus of up to 5% based on performance, you'll receive: 29 days annual leave plus an additional day for non-smokers 10% pension contribution Death in service benefit (3x salary) Generous staff discount Salary sacrifice scheme for purchasing additional holidays Additional holidays are awarded for long service. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Accountant Financial Controller ACA Benefits: £60000 - £70000 per annum