Senior Financial Controller

Senior finance opportunity in an SME, offering a genuine progression opportunity

Abacus Consulting is partnering with a family-owned, multi-site business who are a long-standing manufacturer of high-quality, bespoke products. We are looking for a hands-on Senior Financial Controller to take ownership of our client’s finance function, lead and mentor the team and bring the modernisation that gives them real financial grip.

This is an embedded, hands-on role. You will run the day-to-day finance function, strengthen controls and reporting, and act as a trusted right hand to the Managing Director on the commercial and financial decisions that shape their future.

* Day to day, you will oversee the preparation of financial statements

* Lead the reporting cycle and keep accurate accounting records in line with relevant standards

* You will work closely with the leadership and operational teams

* Provide clear insight into business performance

* Drive financial controls and process improvements across sites

Essential for the successful Senior Financial Controller:

* Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA), or qualified by substantial experience.

* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance manager in an SME.

* Hands-on and practical, comfortable getting into the detail as well as seeing the bigger picture.

* Honest, with the confidence to challenge constructively.

* Committed for the long term, keen to grow with the business and to leave a lasting mark on it.

If you are now in a point in your career where you want to add real value to the business you partner with, have autonomy over the finance function with a genuine operational leadership opportunity, then this is the role for you! Please don't hesitate to get in touch to find out more
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed