Your new companyHays is proud to be working exclusively with a well-established and highly successful organisation based in Telford, Shropshire. With a strong reputation for excellence and continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Financial Controller to join their senior leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial direction of a thriving business while contributing to its long-term strategic objectives.Your new roleAs the Financial Controller, you will play a key role, providing strategic financial oversight and ensuring the continued financial health of the organisation. You will lead a small, dedicated accounting team and take responsibility for the full spectrum of financial management and reporting activities. Key duties include: Leading and developing the finance team, ensuring high performance, accuracy, and timely delivery of all financial outputs.Overseeing the production of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary to support informed decision-making.Preparing annual statutory accounts in line with relevant accounting standards and liaising with external auditors as required.Managing the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with operational stakeholders to develop accurate financial plans.Ensuring timely and compliant submission of tax returns, including VAT, corporation tax, and other statutory filings.Conducting detailed financial analysis