Lead finance in a growing business. Qualified candidates with strong reporting and budgeting skills Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding UK-based organisation operating in a dynamic and customer-focused sector. The company is known for its commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. With a strong growth trajectory and a collaborative culture, it offers a stimulating environment for finance professionals looking to make a strategic impact.Your new role As Financial Controller, you will lead the financial operations across multiple business units, reporting directly to the Finance Director. You''ll be responsible for producing accurate monthly management accounts, maintaining the integrity of the balance sheet, and delivering insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making. You''ll manage budgeting, forecasting, cashflow, and audit processes, while ensuring compliance with tax and statutory requirements. This role also involves mentoring a high-performing finance team and driving system improvements to enhance efficiency and governance.What you''ll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you''ll bring:Proven experience in financial control, management reporting, and statutory complianceAAT / Part / Qualified CIMA / ACCA or equivalent (or qualified by experience)Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detailAdvanced Excel skills; experience with Sage i