Financial Controller

Robert Walters are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a newly acquired and rapidly growing, service organisation based in North Kent, who are looking to hire a technically strong Financial Controller on a permanent basis.

Reporting into a European Finance Director, this Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial management and reporting for two key business units. You'll work closely with local management teams, operational leaders, and the wider parent group to ensure reliable financial reporting, efficient processes, and continuous improvement.

This role offers the chance to contribute directly to business growth while driving professionalisation and accuracy across finance functions. We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with UK GAAP, IFRS, and Group requirements.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Coordinate budget and forecast processes for both entities, ensuring alignment with business plans.
• Financial Control: Maintain balance sheet integrity, oversee reconciliations, and ensure proper application of accounting policies.
• Process Improvement: Streamline reporting and finance processes to promote efficiency and consistency across both sites.
• Compliance & Audit: Ensure adherence to IFRS, UK GAAP, and internal policies while preparing for external audits.
• Business Partnering: Provide financial insight and advice to local management teams to support performance monitoring and decision-making.
• Systems & Reporting: Utilise Sage and Xero as the core accounting systems, alongside Excel and Power BI for reporting and analysis.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the management teams to harmonise reporting, share best practices, and support integration activities.
• Qualifications: ACA, CA, ACCA, CIMA qualified, or QBE with relevant experience.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in accounting, financial control or audit positions.
• Proven experience working with Sage or Xero accounting systems would be beneficial.
• Strong Excel skills for reporting and analysis; Power BI knowledge is an advantage.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP standards is essential.
• Experience in multi-entity reporting or working across multiple sites is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• A proactive mindset with strong organisational skills and problem-solving abilities.

Please note:

• The primary location for this position will be in Tonbridge, Kent. However, there will be regular travel required to a secondary site in North London, so the ability to travel by car is essential.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: Permanent

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Finance Manager

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Tonbridge

Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 per annum

Industry: Accountancy

Job Reference: WDKNB1-2E7D1A8B

Date posted: 27 October 2025

Consultant: Isobel Salino

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