Financial Controller

Financial Controller * Twickenham * £50,000 – £55,000 * 37.5 hours Monday-Friday * Parking Permit * Clear route to Finance Director Ready to step up and make your mark? If you are a Financial Controller (or a strong No.2 ready to step up) who wants more ownership, more influence, and a genuine path to FD this is the role you’ve been waiting for. This is not a “sit back and maintain” position. This is a chance to come into a fast-growing, ambitious business, shape the finance function, and grow alongside it. You’ll be joining a dynamic SME that’s part of a wider group with three operating divisions giving you exposure to group-level reporting and complexity, without losing the agility of an entrepreneurial environment. Why this role stands out * Clear progression to Finance Director as the business grows * High-growth environment — scaling quickly with exciting plans ahead * Direct access to leadership — work closely with an impressive Director * Influence & autonomy — your ideas will be heard and implemented What you’ll be doing This is a hands-on, all-round role where no two days look the same. You’ll: * Take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, including high-volume transactions * Produce monthly management accounts and deliver clear, meaningful insights * Lead on cashflow forecasting, budgeting, and planning * Partner with stakeholders across the business to improve performance and profitability * Manage and develop a small finance team * Support group reporting and work across multiple entities * Help shape processes as the business continues to scale You’ll need to be just as comfortable rolling up your sleeves as you are contributing at a strategic level. What we’re looking for * ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or qualified by experience * Experience working within a group structure (important) * Strong systems skills, Xero experience preferred * A proactive, hands-on approach with a commercial mindset * Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment Bonus if you’ve worked in manufacturing, engineering, logistics or haulage but not essential. The bigger picture This is perfect for someone who: * Feels stuck in their current role with limited progression * Wants to step into a more visible, influential position * Is excited by growth, change, and building something You won’t just be reporting numbers here you’ll be helping shape the future of the business. About Beam Recruit We’re a specialist Accountancy & Finance consultancy. Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to provide individual feedback. If successful, we’ll be in touch within 5 working days