Following a recent change in ownership, our client is entering an exciting new phase of growth – investing in its systems, people, and service capability while pursuing a strategic acquisition programme to expand its UK footprint.
They’re now looking to recruit a Financial Controller to play a key role in managing the day to day financial operations of the business, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, maintaining robust controls, and supporting commercial decision-making.
The role is hands-on and varied – ideal for a technically strong, organised accountant who enjoys improving systems and processes.
You will be responsible for producing monthly management accounts, overseeing cash flow, payroll, VAT, and ensuring the integrity of both Sage and Xero accounting systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management & Reporting
- Systems & Process Improvement
- Compliance & Controls
- Team Management & Support
- Ad Hoc / Project Work
Skills & Experience Required
- Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) or qualified by experience
- Proven experience producing management accounts and managing month-end processes
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
- Strong working knowledge of Sage and Xero, or similar accounting systems (essential)
- Experience with stock-based businesses or ERP systems (e.g. Vantage) advantageous
- High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive approach
Desirable Attributes
- Comfortable in a growing, hands-on SME environment
- Able to balance accuracy with commercial awareness
- Interest in process improvement and automation
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with willingness to get involved in operational detail
Please note that we will only contact those candidates that we assess as suitable for the positions we have currently available based on their experience, training, and skills. If we do not have anything suitable, we will not keep your CV for more than 30 days.
As an equal opportunity employer, Bucks and Berks Recruitment is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
