Henderson Scott Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a commercially minded Financial Controller who wants more than just reporting responsibilities. This is a pivotal position where you'll take ownership of the UK finance function while working closely with senior leadership to shape performance, drive improvements, and influence decision-making.

A broad, hands-on role with real influence across the business, areas of responsibility:

• Own UK group reporting (IFRS), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery
• Lead monthly reviews with the relevant Director, providing clear financial insight
• Maintain strong controls and oversee statutory accounts, tax filings, and audits
• Oversee monthly close, management accounts, and performance reporting
• Drive cost control, cash flow, and working capital optimisation
• Deliver budgets, forecasts, and actionable financial analysis
• Partner with teams across operations, sales, and supply chain to improve performance
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership, turning data into commercial decisions

Your Profile:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
• Excellent experience in a progressive finance role, ideally in an international environment
• Strong technical grounding in IFRS, UK GAAP, and UK tax
• Commercially sharp with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
• Confident influencing stakeholders and working cross-functionally
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving business
• A natural leader with high integrity and strong communication skills

Package:

£65,000 - £70,000 basic salary

Room for progression and 1 day working from home