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Dartford
Acuity Associates
Financial controller
Posted: 1 August
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This is a career-defining opportunity to join a fast-growing, family-owned SME with a powerful mission: protecting people and the environment. With a product line that makes workplaces healthier and safer, this company has doubled turnover in two years and is on track to reach £100m+ revenue within the next phase of growth.

We are seeking a Financial Controller to work in close partnership with the new CFO, shaping and professionalising the finance function. This is a hands-on role that blends technical reporting with strategic leadership—ideal for someone ready to grow into a Group Financial Controller as the company expands nationally and internationally.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Lead month-end close and prepare accurate and timely P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements
* Manage financial accounting processes and full Balance Sheet reconciliations
* Oversee budgeting and rolling forecasts, supporting the CFO with planning and delivery
* Support in preparing the company for PE-level governance and scalability
* Strengthen internal controls and implement fit-for-purpose finance processes
* Coordinate audit preparation and ensure financial compliance across all reporting
* Help professionalise reporting processes with system and workflow improvements

Stakeholder Engagement

* Participate in management meetings, offering financial insight to shape strategic decisions
* Support and mentor a growing finance team of five (mix of part-time and full-time), including a Finance Manager transitioning into an FP&A role

Leadership & Culture

* Deputise for the CFO as needed, acting as a trusted business partner to the wider senior team
* Contribute to a people-first culture built on respect, teamwork, and purpose-driven values

What You’ll Bring

* Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
* Strong track record in management accounts, financial controls, and team leadership
* Demonstrated experience in audit prep, cash flow, and reporting in a growing SME
* Advanced Excel user with system/process improvement instincts
* Excellent interpersonal skills and comfort working cross-functionally

Bonus Points For:

* Experience in construction, engineering, hire, or asset-heavy businesses
* Experience implementing or upgrading an ERP system
* Exposure to due diligence or high-growth transition environments

Why Join ?

Growth Trajectory – Be part of a scaling business on track to exceed £100m in revenue

Strategic Influence – Work side-by-side with a high-calibre CFO in a business poised for transformation

Positive Culture – Join a business known for its respectful, people-first values

Purpose-Driven Work – Contribute to saving lives by helping create safer, healthier working environments

Long-Term Progression – Clear route to Group Financial Controller as the business scales

* Base Salary: £70,000–£90,000 + up to 10% performance-based bonus
* 23 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (increasing with service)
* Free Parking, Pension Scheme, and Private Healthcare
* Access to Employee Wellbeing & Financial Support Programmes
* ‘Free Lunch Fridays’, Charity Days, Team Events, and Personal Growth Plans
* Supportive, family-run environment with strong ethical leadership

Who Should Apply?

This is ideal for someone who:

* Has already led a finance team and is ready to scale their impact
* Wants a value-led business with ambition and room to grow
* Enjoys taking ownership of finance operations and working closely with C-level stakeholders


Seniority level

* Seniority level

Mid-Senior level


Employment type

* Employment type

Full-time


Job function

* Job function

Finance and Accounting/Auditing
* Industries

Environmental Services and Equipment Rental Services

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