Financial Controller in Reading

Job description

Our client a rapidly expanding Multi site, PE backed business are recruiting for a Financial Controller responsible for overseeing the financial management, reporting, and strategic financial planning of the business. This role ensures the organisation maintains strong financial controls, and supports sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, annual financial statements, cashflow forecasts, and budgets.
• Produce accurate, timely financial reports for senior management.
• Monitor key performance indicators
• Oversee revenue recognition, ensuring accurate billing

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process
• Provide financial modelling to support strategic decisions such as acquisitions, expansion, and capital investments.
• Monitor performance against budget and provide variance analysis with clear recommendations.

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Implement and maintain robust internal controls
• Ensure timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts,
• Oversee external audits and support regulatory inspections where financial processes are reviewed.

Operational Support

• Support financial literacy, cost control, and operational decision-making.
• Ensure accurate staffing cost monitoring, including agency usage, overtime, and payroll.
• Review contracts with suppliers to ensure best value and compliance with procurement policies.

Cashflow & Treasury

• Monitor daily cashflow and ensure adequate liquidity to meet payroll, supplier obligations, and operational needs.
• Manage banking relationships and oversee payment processes.
• Evaluate financing options for capital expenditure and improvement projects.

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage and develop the finance team, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and finance assistants.
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Support senior leadership with strategic insight and data-driven recommendations.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Strong experience in financial management, ideally a multi-site service environment.
• Excellent understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to integrity.

4 days a week in office

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Reading

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

13-12-2025

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English