Financial Controller

Are you a newly qualified accountant looking to make your first move into industry? This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a confident, commercially minded individual to join a growing SME in Cannock as a Financial Controller-taking full ownership of the finance function and playing a key role in shaping its future.

The Opportunity:
Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you'll have full visibility of the business and take on a broad, hands-on role with plenty of variety. This is a fantastic stepping stone for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) from practice looking to take that first move into a leadership role in industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting

• Ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management

• Supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis and insight

• Ensuring accurate balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls

• Liaising with external auditors, banks, and tax advisors

• Oversight of AP/AR processes and working closely with transactional finance staff

• Supporting business growth initiatives, including process improvements and system upgrades

What We're Looking For:

• ACA / ACCA qualified (recently qualified or up to 2 years PQE)

• Strong technical accounting knowledge, ideally gained in a top 10 or regional practice

• Commercial mindset and strong communication skills

• Comfortable taking initiative and working in a fast-paced SME environment

• Keen to be involved in the wider business, not just the numbers

Why Apply?

• A genuine first-step Financial Controller role with end-to-end responsibility

• Exposure to senior stakeholders and involvement in strategic decisions

• Supportive, flexible culture with autonomy and progression

• Ideal for someone who wants to grow with the business

Interested?
Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat-this is a great opportunity to break out of practice and start building your commercial career in a pivotal role.