Financial ControllerWelwyn Garden City, HertfordshireSalary £65,000p/a - £70,000p/a Office based - 9am -5pm (with flexibility)An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a well-established, privately owned business based in Welwyn Garden City.This is a broad and influential role, offering the chance to take full ownership of finance, support board-level decision-making, and help shape the future direction of the business. Reporting into senior leadership, you will combine strategic input with day-to-day operational involvement, while managing and developing a small finance team of three.The RoleKey responsibilities include:Ownership of financial reporting, budgeting and forecastingStatutory accounts, audit and complianceCashflow, working capital and financial planningOversight of payroll, VAT, payables and receivablesStock and cost controlStrengthening financial controls and processesBusiness partnering with senior stakeholders and the BoardLeading, mentoring and developing the finance teamThis role offers the opportunity to work closely with operational and commercial teams across the business, providing financial insight to support both daily decision-making and longer-term planning. There is also scope to improve reporting, systems and processes over time.For someone looking to take ownership of a finance function, influence strategy, and grow into a future Finance Director role, this is an excellent