Financial Controller

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

£75K - £85K PA

FULL TIME, PERMANENT

HYBRID, NG9

SF Recruitment have been instructed to recruit for a Financial Controller on a full time, permanent basis. The ideal candidate will be Nottingham based, Finance leader with true aspirations to develop not only themselves, but the team around them, with a view of progressing into the Finance Director position.

The Financial Controller is responsible for leading the financial control, reporting, governance and operational finance activities of the business, ensuring robust financial stewardship, excellent service to stakeholders and the development of a high-performing finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director and with direct reports, the role provides accurate, timely and insightful information that supports effective decision-making, sustainable growth and strong customer outcomes, while maintaining a robust control environment and acting as deputy to the Finance Director when required.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Accounting

- Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness.

- Own the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring robust controls, clear accountability and adherence to reporting timetables.

- Ensure the integrity of the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting financial records.

- Review and challenge key accounting judgements, estimates and reconciliations.

- Oversee preparation of statutory accounts and support the Finance Director in delivering high-quality external reporting.

- Ensure accounting policies remain appropriate, documented and consistently applied across the business.

Team Leadership & Development

- Lead, coach and develop the finance team, creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and high performance.

- Establish clear ownership, responsibilities and service standards across all finance processes.

- Conduct performance reviews, development planning and succession planning for team members.

- Develop technical capability across the team, ensuring strong knowledge of accounting standards, controls and regulatory requirements.

- Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within finance, ensuring stakeholders receive a professional and responsive service.

- Create capacity...