Overview

Our client, a well-established and ambitious business based just north of Kettering, is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to take full ownership of their finance function. This newly created opportunity has arisen due to continued growth, and the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the finance strategy, driving efficiencies, and supporting the leadership team in making informed commercial decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the finance department
• Preparing monthly management accounts and board reports
• Managing cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting processes
• Leading and developing the finance team
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and audit preparation
• Supporting the leadership team with commercial insight and strategic decision-making
• Reviewing and improving systems, processes, and controls to drive efficiency

The Candidate

We are seeking a commercially minded finance professional with strong technical knowledge and proven leadership experience.

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE with relevant experience
• Strong background in management and financial accounting
• Previous experience of managing and developing a finance team
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence at senior level
• Commercially astute with strong analytical skills
• Proactive and hands-on approach

Remuneration 

• £50,000 – £55,000 depending on experience
• 30 am – 5.00 pm – Office-based
• 33 days, including statutory bank holidays
• Bonus, pension, parking

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.  Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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