Financial Controller

A long-established, high-growth business based at the heart of Pinewood Studios, one of the world's most iconic film and television hubs, is seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead its day-to-day finance function. From supporting major blockbuster productions to contributing to award-winning global hits, this organisation is deeply embedded in the creative magic that happens on site every day.As the business continues an exciting phase of expansion, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function, working closely with senior leadership to drive performance, strengthen processes, and support strategic financial development. You'll oversee a small finance team, manage month-end, ensure robust controls, and play a key role in forecasting, budgeting, and analysis, with mentorship from an experienced fractional CFO.

As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the entire month-end process, produce high-quality management accounts, ensure strong financial controls, and manage intercompany accounting across multiple entities. You will provide meaningful financial insights to support decision-making and contribute to developing a scalable, efficient finance function.You'll lead a team of two Accounts Assistants, overseeing AP, AR, credit control, reconciliations, and outsourced payroll, while driving improvements and embedding best practice across the department.This role is fully on-site at Pinewood Studios, offering a dynamic environment surrounded by creativity and world-class film production.

Essential experience:

• ACCA or CIMA qualified

• Proven experience in an SME Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Accountant or similar role

• Strong month-end, management accounting, and financial control expertise

• Experience managing or mentoring junior team members

• Confident handling intercompany accounting and reconciliations

• Solid forecasting, cashflow, and financial analysis skills

• Excellent Excel capability and experience with accounting systems (Xero preferred)

Desirable:

• Experience in a multi-entity environment

• Exposure to working alongside a CFO or senior leadership team

• Track record of improving processes or supporting system enhancements

Personal attributes:

• Hands-on and proactive, comfortable in a fast-paced SME

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Commercially minded with the ability to explain financials clearly

• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on team development

• Driven to improve processes and support business growth

• £65,000-£75,000 depending on experience

• 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, with long-service enhancements

• Unique working location inside Pinewood Studios, the heart of global film production

• Supportive MD plus mentorship from an experienced fractional CFO

• Close collaboration with Heads of Department across the business

• Opportunity to shape, enhance, and elevate the finance function during a key growth phase

• Friendly, on-site, close-knit team culture

• Annual delivery of a Christmas tree to your home

• Strong potential for professional development and career progression

If you're an ambitious Financial Controller who wants to be part of something truly exciting, working within one of the world's most iconic film studio environments, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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