Financial Controller

Looking for a Financial Controller role where you can genuinely influence the business, work closely with the people running it, and still have flexibility around life outside of work?This is a rare opportunity to step into a Financial Controller role within a well-established SME with a strong local reputation and a genuinely positive culture. With the current Financial Controller retiring, you'll inherit a well-run finance function and have the trust, autonomy, and visibility to make the role your own. You'll work closely with two hands-on directors in a business where finance is listened to, and long-term thinking is encouraged.Why this role stands out

• Flexible working hours to fit around school runs or life admin
• Profit share scheme worth c. £10k per year once established
• Your own office, onsite parking, and a close-knit finance team
• Long-term scope to become a trusted, senior voice in the business

Reporting to the Directors, you will be responsible for:

• Producing monthly management information packs, including WIP, P&L, balance sheet, debtors and creditors
• Preparing clear commentary on variances and performance for director review
• Attending monthly management meetings and presenting accounts packs
• Leading and supporting a small finance team of two, including 1:1s and appraisals
• Ensuring ledgers balance at month end and reports are accurate and timely
• Preparing payroll information for external accountants
• Supporting credit control on more complex or aged accounts when required
• Working with Sage and internal systems to maintain robust, efficient processes

What you will need:

• To be ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified
• Previous experience in a similar role in an SME, such as Financial Controller / Finance Director / Finance Manager, where you've taken ownership end to end
• A practical, hands-on approach and confidence getting stuck in when needed
• Strong communication skills and a commercial mindset
• Construction experience would be beneficial but not essential

What you will get:

• Flexible hours around life commitments
• Profit share scheme worth around £10k throughout the year (post-probation)
• Hybrid working (1 day from home post-probation)
• Private office space from the wider office
• Christmas events and summer BBQ
• Regular team bonding activities

If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you!We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION because getting a job is hard enough.The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.