Financial Controller

  • Meraki Talent Limited
  • Glasgow, Lanarkshire
  • Jul 05, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Meraki Accountancy & Finance is delighted to be partnering with a market-leading client based on the outskirts of Glasgow who are looking to appoint a Financial Controller. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly successful firm undergoing a sustained period of growth. The Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in strengthening financial management, driving compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making. This is a hands-on position that will evolve as the business expands, offering a rare opportunity to shape processes, build a finance team, and enhance systems from the ground up. Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's growth plans and commercial objectives.
  • Oversee the production of monthly management accounts, financial reporting, cash flow management, and statutory compliance.
  • Lead the preparation of the annual budget, monitor performance, and analyse financial data to support key decision-making.
  • Act as a business partner to non-finance stakeholders, providing insight and challenge.
  • Build, streamline, and maintain effective financial processes, systems, and internal controls.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the transactional finance team.
Experience Required
  • ICAS / ACCA / CIMA qualified with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience.
  • Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager within a fast-paced SME environment.
  • Strong commercial mindset with the ability to translate financial data into strategic insights.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.
What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Flexible benefits package