Financial Controller

Financial Controller North Derby - Hybrid (3 Days in & 2 days out) Full Time, Permanent £75,000 SF Partners are working on an exclusive basis with a growing business in Derby. Our client is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead finance operations within a growing multi-site business. This role will oversee financial reporting, controls, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and team leadership while providing commercial insight to support strategic decision-making. Financial Leadership - Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team. - Establish clear objectives, performance standards, and best practices. - Maintain finance policies, procedures, and controls. - Drive a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Financial Control & Accounting - Oversee day-to-day financial accounting and reporting activities. - Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end close processes. - Review balance sheet reconciliations, cash management, and fixed asset accounting. - Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards. Reporting & Commercial Analysis - Produce management accounts and financial reporting packs. - Deliver cash flow forecasting, CAPEX reporting, KPI reporting, and profitability analysis. - Provide commercial insights, financial modelling, and decision support to business leaders. - Identify trends, risks, opportunities, and performance improvement initiatives. Budgeting & Forecasting - Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes. - Develop rolling forecasts and scenario planning models. - Monitor performance against budgets and support strategic planning. - Analyse variances and recommend actions to improve business performance. Audit & Compliance - Manage external audits and statutory reporting requirements. - Oversee tax and regulatory submissions. - Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies. Skills & Experience: - Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). - Significant experience in a Financial Controller, Senior Finance Manager, or similar leadership role. - Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge. - Proven experience managing budgeting, forecasting, audits, and statutory reporting. - Experience leading and developing finance teams. - Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills. - Experience within a multi-site or operationally complex business