Financial Controller
CV-LibraryWatfordpermanentPosted: 21 April 2026
Apply NowA successful, privately owned business is seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function and support the next phase of growth. This is a pivotal role for someone who enjoys being close to operations, improving processes, and partnering directly with the owners to drive performance.
If you want a role where you can make a visible impact, shape the finance function, and be a trusted voice in the business, this is it.
The Role
As Financial Controller, you will lead all day‑to‑day financial operations while strengthening controls, improving reporting, and ensuring the business has the financial insight it needs to scale. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, acting as both a technical expert and a commercial partner.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the finance function, including month‑end, year‑end, and statutory reporting
Produce accurate management accounts, KPIs, and board‑level insight
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow management, and working capital
Strengthen financial controls, processes, and compliance
Partner with operational teams to understand performance and drive profitability
Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors
Support stock management, margin analysis, and cost‑to‑serve reporting
Lead continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting
Provide hands‑on support where needed in a lean, fast‑moving environment
Requirements
Experience Required
Qualified or QBE accountant with strong technical grounding
Experience in distributions, logistics, wholesale, or product‑based environment is highly advantageous
Proven track record in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or No.2 finance role
Strong understanding of financial reporting, controls, and cash management
Comfortable operating in an SME or owner‑managed business
Ability to balance hands‑on work with strategic input
Confident communicator who can influence non‑finance stakeholders
What You’ll Bring
A proactive, improvement‑driven mindset
Strong commercial awareness and operational curiosity
Ability to challenge, support, and partner with senior leaders
High attention to detail with the ability to simplify complexity
A calm, reliable presence in a fast‑paced environment
Benefits
What’s on Offer
Salary up to £60,000
Autonomy to shape the finance function
Direct exposure to the owners and senior leadership
A stable, growing business with long‑term prospects
A role where your work genuinely influences business performance
If you want a role where you can make a visible impact, shape the finance function, and be a trusted voice in the business, this is it.
The Role
As Financial Controller, you will lead all day‑to‑day financial operations while strengthening controls, improving reporting, and ensuring the business has the financial insight it needs to scale. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, acting as both a technical expert and a commercial partner.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the finance function, including month‑end, year‑end, and statutory reporting
Produce accurate management accounts, KPIs, and board‑level insight
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow management, and working capital
Strengthen financial controls, processes, and compliance
Partner with operational teams to understand performance and drive profitability
Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors
Support stock management, margin analysis, and cost‑to‑serve reporting
Lead continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting
Provide hands‑on support where needed in a lean, fast‑moving environment
Requirements
Experience Required
Qualified or QBE accountant with strong technical grounding
Experience in distributions, logistics, wholesale, or product‑based environment is highly advantageous
Proven track record in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or No.2 finance role
Strong understanding of financial reporting, controls, and cash management
Comfortable operating in an SME or owner‑managed business
Ability to balance hands‑on work with strategic input
Confident communicator who can influence non‑finance stakeholders
What You’ll Bring
A proactive, improvement‑driven mindset
Strong commercial awareness and operational curiosity
Ability to challenge, support, and partner with senior leaders
High attention to detail with the ability to simplify complexity
A calm, reliable presence in a fast‑paced environment
Benefits
What’s on Offer
Salary up to £60,000
Autonomy to shape the finance function
Direct exposure to the owners and senior leadership
A stable, growing business with long‑term prospects
A role where your work genuinely influences business performance