Financial Controller

A growing, technology-led SME is seeking a hands on Financial Controller to lead its finance function and support the next phase of business growth. Reporting directly to the CFO, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring robust financial controls, delivering accurate and timely reporting, managing cashflow, and maintaining compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant who combines strong technical expertise with a hands-on approach and the ability to provide meaningful commercial insight to senior leadership.

The Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day finance operation while acting as a trusted business partner to the CFO and wider leadership team. Key responsibilities will include:

Producing monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and board reports.
Leading budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes.
Managing treasury activities, banking relationships and funding facilities.
Maintaining strong financial controls, governance and compliance frameworks.
Overseeing payroll, sales ledger, purchase ledger and financial operations.
Managing year-end audits, statutory accounts and tax compliance.
Providing financial modelling, commercial analysis and strategic decision support.
The ideal candidate will be an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or qualified by experience) accountant with experience operating in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar senior finance position.
If you are interested in this Financial Controller opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities