Butler Rose are working with a well-established business, operating in a fast-paced, operationally driven environment, currently seeking a Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function and support continued business performance.This is a key leadership role within the business, offering the opportunity to partner closely with senior stakeholders and drive financial insight, control and process improvement. The Role Reporting to senior leadership, you will lead a small established finance team and take full responsibility for the day-to-day and strategic running of the finance function. Key responsibilities will include: Ownership of weekly and monthly management accounts, providing clear and actionable insight Leading all statutory reporting, year-end processes and audit liaison Managing cashflow forecasting and ensuring strong financial controls are in place Overseeing payroll, sales ledger and purchase ledger activities Partnering with operational teams to improve financial understanding and performance Driving process improvements, efficiencies and best practice across finance Acting as the key point of contact for finance across the wider business About You Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or QBE) Strong experience within an operationally focused environment Hands-on approach with the ability to operate both strategically and at a detailed level Proven experience managing and developing finance teams Strong systems and Excel skills (Sage experience ben