Financial Controller
North East England Permanent £competitive Ref: 418797
The Business
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join a growing and ambitious organisation.
This is a highly visible leadership role, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders while taking ownership of the finance function's day-to-day operation. You will play a key role in ensuring robust financial control, delivering accurate reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving continuous improvement across finance processes.
The Role
- Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting processes.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records, reconciliations and accounting controls.
- Oversee cashflow management, treasury activities and statutory reporting.
- Manage tax compliance requirements and coordinate with external advisers where required.
- Lead, mentor and develop members of the finance team.
- Support audit processes and provide financial insight to senior leadership.
- Drive efficiencies, automation and process improvements across the finance function
Background
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
- Proven experience in financial accounting, statutory reporting and financial controls.
- Strong background managing month-end processes, cashflow and audit requirements.
- Previous people management experience.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
- Experience within high-volume transaction environments and knowledge of ERP or accounting systems would be advantageous
Package
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Flexible working hours.
- Opportunity to influence and shape finance processes within a growing organisation.
- Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects.
Finance, Qualified & Management Recruitment
Newcastle Office
DD: +44 191 269 0681
M: +44 784 332 9489
E: emma.smith@nigelwright.com