Our client is a successful, privately owned SME operating across multiple sites within a specialist operational sector. The business has built a strong reputation within its market and is entering an exciting new phase of development.Following the planned departure of the current Finance Director, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to lead the finance function and work closely with the business owners to support the continued growth and development of the organisation.Additional InformationOffice based role, five days per weekOccasional travel to a second operational site will be required (currently around once per week, likely reducing over time)A comprehensive handover will be provided by the outgoing Finance DirectorIndicative timeline: Start date ideally in September 2026Opportunity to play a key role within a successful and growing owner-managed businessRole DescriptionReporting directly to the owners, the Financial Controller will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day finance function whilst managing a small, established team of five.This is a broad and hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys operating within an SME environment, combining strong financial control with commercial awareness and operational involvement.The successful candidate will be expected to operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels, remaining hands-on whilst acting as a trusted adviser to the business owners.The finance function is well es