Financial Controller (SME Finance Role)

  • Gainham Recruitment
  • Shirley, West Midlands
  • May 15, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Financial Controller (SME Finance Role)

A well-established supplier of industrial storage and warehouse solutions based near Solihull is seeking a hands-on finance professional to manage the day-to-day finance function within a small SME environment. This is a full-time, permanent position working 5 days from the office. You must have the right to work in the UK.

Hours: Monday Friday, 9am 5pm

Salary: £28,000 £30,000

Financial Controller Responsibilities include:
• Manage all banking payments and receipts on behalf of the company
• Complete bookkeeping duties on QuickBooks, including posting, reconciliation, and month-end routines
• Submit monthly CIS returns and quarterly VAT returns
• Prepare internal cashflow projections for the month ahead and provide updates to directors
• Act as credit controller, including chasing outstanding debts and maintaining debtor ledgers
• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers
• Support directors with financial reporting including P&L, cashflow updates, debtor ageing, and KPI tracking
• Manage online business banking including payment scheduling and approval processes

Financial Controller Requirements:
• Strong experience using Xero or QuickBooks in an SME environment
• Minimum 3 years experience in a hands-on finance role
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Experience with CIS & VAT returns and online banking processes
• AAT Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent experience)

Benefits:
• Opportunity to take ownership of finance processes within a growing SME
• Direct exposure to directors and involvement in decision-making
• Opportunity to improve and shape financial processes
• Free onsite parking

This is a standalone finance role suited to a self-sufficient professional comfortable managing the full breadth of SME finance operations. If you have the above experience email an up to date CV to Sian at Gainham Recruitment