Financial Controller

Stoke-on-Trent

Circa £60,000 (flexible depending on experience)

Hybrid working

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to join a growing, dynamic organisation. Reporting to senior finance leadership and working closely with key stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality financial insight, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving business performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing structure, clarity, and direction to an evolving finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), including KPI reporting and insightful variance analysis
• Manage all group reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Partner with senior leadership and operational teams to provide clear, actionable financial insights
• Drive KPI performance and improve business results across departments
• Oversee preparation of year-end statutory accounts
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes
• Provide commercial insight to support strategic decisions
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations (reconciliations, VAT, payables/receivables)
• Enhance financial systems, controls, and processes to support growth and efficiency
• Monitor costs and ensure alignment with budgets
• Support financial aspects of acquisitions and integrations

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 2+ years' post-qualified experience
• Experience in a small or growing finance team
• Professional services experience desirable
• Strong financial planning & analysis skills
• Advanced Excel and strong IT capability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, commercially focused, and solutions-driven
• Power BI experience is advantageous