Financial Controller
We’re looking for an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and deliver high-quality reporting, controls, and insight.
This is a hands-on role, suited to someone who enjoys being close to the detail while also providing commercial analysis and supporting project performance.
Key responsibilities
- Own the day-to-day finance operations, ensuring a smooth-running finance function
- Full production of monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow) including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations
- Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and reporting accuracy
- Lead project accounting: budgeting, cost tracking, WIP (if applicable), project profitability, and variance analysis
- Deliver financial analysis and insights to support decision-making (performance trends, forecasting, margins, KPIs)
- Manage cashflow, working capital, and ensure timely supplier payments and customer receipts
- Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, including stakeholder input and challenge
- Liaise with external accountants/auditors and support year-end requirements
- Partner with key stakeholders across the business to improve financial understanding and performance
What we’re looking for
- Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience
- Strong experience producing end-to-end management accounts
- Solid project accounting / job costing experience (or transferable exposure to project-based work)
- Confident with analysis, variance commentary, and turning numbers into actions
- Hands-on, organised, and comfortable working in an office-based environment
- Strong Excel skills; experience with finance systems/ERPs is a plus
Office-based role: 5 days per week
Location: Watford
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000
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