Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Sutton Coldfield

Up to £70,000

Office Based

A Key Leadership Role Within a Growing Commercial Business

We're partnering with a successful and expanding business operating within a fast-moving international trading and distribution environment to recruit an experienced Financial Controller .

Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll take ownership of the finance function, providing strategic financial leadership, robust financial controls and commercial insight to support continued growth and business performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational teams, influencing business decisions and making a genuine impact within an ambitious SME.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of finance while supporting the wider leadership team with accurate reporting and commercial analysis.

Key responsibilities include:

Producing monthly and quarterly management accounts

Delivering insightful financial analysis and performance reporting

Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning

Preparing sales, margin and KPI reporting

Presenting financial information and recommendations to senior stakeholders

Managing month-end and year-end processes

Ensuring VAT, statutory and regulatory reporting requirements are met

Maintaining robust financial controls and governance procedures

Supporting treasury activities, including financial hedging where applicable

Managing relationships with external auditors and advisors

Overseeing payroll processes

Leading and developing the finance team

Supporting AML and compliance activities in line with business requirements

Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting capabilities

Ensuring the business remains compliant with regulatory and statutory obligations

The Environment

This is a business that values collaboration, accountability and teamwork.

They're looking for a Financial Controller who enjoys being part of the wider busin...