Our Client and the Role
We are supporting a Watford-based business recruiting a Financial Controller. This is a newly-created position which sees you working closely with senior finance and offers great exposure across the business. It's a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking to grow in a dynamic and creative environment.
Main Duties
* Take ownership of day-to-day financial operations, including bank reconciliations, journals, and balance sheet management
* Prepare monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all ledgers and entities
* Support the year-end audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring all compliance and reporting standards are met
* Lead and mentor junior finance staff, ensuring high-quality transactional processing (AP/AR)
* Partner with the Finance Director to support wider forecasting, budgeting, and process improvement initiatives, maintaining and strengthening internal controls
The Successful Candidate
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
* Strong audit background (ideally from a Top 10 firm)
* Technical grounding, with experience in management and financial reporting
* Previous team management experience, including oversight of transactional staff
* Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
* Strong Excel skills and systems experience
* Media or Production industry exposure is a bonus
What’s on Offer?
* Salary range £70,000 - £80,000
* On-site parking and easily accessible Watford location
* Collaborative and creative working environment
* Office-based role, 5 days per week, with a supportive and experienced finance team