Financial Controller

We're delighted to be exclusively partnering with a market-leading business headquartered in Birmingham city centre to recruit a Financial Controller to join their high-performing finance team.

This is a key leadership role within the organisation, offering a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded and technically strong accountant to add real value to a thriving business. With ambitious growth plans, a strong brand presence, and a supportive senior leadership team, this is an ideal time to join the business and play a central role in shaping its financial strategy.

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will lead the day-to-day operations of the finance function, with oversight of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, internal controls, and team development. Responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing a small finance team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all financial operations

• Preparing timely monthly management accounts, including insightful commentary and analysis

• Managing the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with department heads

• Overseeing statutory accounts, audit preparation and compliance with relevant regulations

• Driving improvements in processes, controls and financial systems

• Supporting strategic decision-making with high-quality financial insight and modelling

We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA) with a proven track record in a similar Financial Controller or senior finance role. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and commercial acumen

• Experience managing and developing finance teams

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to drive change and improvements

• Prior experience in a fast-paced, growing business (industry background is flexible)

• Degree in accountancy, economics, business etc.

• Competitive base salary of up to £75,000

• Performance-related bonus and comprehensive benefits package

• Hybrid working model and modern city-centre offices

• Genuine career progression opportunities in a high-growth environment

If you're an ambitious finance professional looking for your next challenge in a business where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch today.

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