Financial Controller

Financial Controller North Leicestershire £85,000 - £95,000 + Car allowance & Bonus Full Time, Permanent, Hybrid The Role SF Partners are working with an established PLC who are seeking an experienced finance professional to support the financial leadership of a regional business unit. Reporting into the Finance Director, the role will oversee financial reporting, forecasting, cashflow management, and business partnering activities across multiple projects and joint ventures. This is a commercially focused leadership role requiring strong financial control, stakeholder management, and team leadership capabilities. Key Responsibilities - Prepare monthly financial forecasts, including life-of-project reviews - Manage financial reporting and forecasting for joint ventures, including board reporting and cashflow management - Produce monthly flash reports and detailed management reporting packs - Manage short-term weekly cashflow forecasting and longer-term financial planning - Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and group reporting requirements - Maintain integrity and accuracy of financial data across finance systems - Drive process improvement, efficiency, and effective financial controls - Lead and manage the finance team - Coordinate with external auditors during interim, year-end, and joint venture audits - Partner closely with commercial, sales, and operational teams to support business performance and reporting accuracy - Support senior finance leadership and provide cover where required - Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and management reporting for senior stakeholders Candidate Profile - Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - Strong experience within a commercially focused finance environment - Experience managing forecasting, reporting, and cashflow processes - Proven ability to partner with operational and commercial stakeholders - Strong leadership and team management skills - Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational abilities - Experience with large ERP/reporting systems desirable