Commercial Financial Controller

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious and qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical excellence with genuine business partnering in a highly visible and influential position.

Client Details

We're partnering with a fast-growing, ambitious professional services organisation that is transforming the way businesses access expert advice and support. Backed by significant investment and an exciting growth strategy, this is a business where finance plays a central role in driving performance, supporting acquisitions, and influencing strategic decision-making.

As Finance Business Partner, you'll be a key member of the senior finance team, working closely with operational and commercial leaders to provide meaningful insight, challenge, and guidance. This is far more than a reporting role - we're looking for someone who can translate financial information into commercial actions, helping leaders make informed decisions that drive growth and profitability.

Description

Key responsibilities will include:

• Line managing a team of 4.
• Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
• Delivering insightful variance analysis, commentary and performance reporting.
• Developing and enhancing KPI reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to improve performance, accountability and commercial outcomes.
• Providing meaningful financial analysis and recommendations to support business growth.
• Leading annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Supporting strategic initiatives through robust financial modelling and commercial analysis.
• Managing group reporting requirements and ensuring accurate, timely submissions.
• Overseeing year-end statutory reporting and audit processes.
• Ensuring strong financial controls, governance and compliance across the business.

Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• A professional qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
• Proven experience leading a team
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• True business partnering experience being able to demonstrate how you influence senior leaders and challenge constructively
• Had exposure to a group or multi-site environment
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, planning and financial analysis capability.
• Experience working within an audited environment with a solid understanding of financial controls and statutory reporting.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 - £90,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Private medical + health cash plan
• Other benefits can be discussed