Financial Controller

We are seeking a UK Financial Controller to take ownership of the UK finance function, reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller. This is a hands-on, technical role requiring strong financial control, process improvement, and leadership capability.

You will manage a team of 3-4, including a Senior Management Accountant, a Management Accountant, and a Junior Management Accountant, while working closely with non-finance teams across the business.

This is an exciting time to join our team. Key responsibilities include:

• Ownership of UK entity financial statements and month-end close process
• Preparation and review of management accounts and consolidated reporting
• Oversight of journal postings, balance sheet reconciliations, AR/AP, and payroll postings
• VAT, tax compliance, and statutory reporting
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and controls
• Process & Systems Improvement: Identify gaps in current systems and processes; implement sustainable improvements
• Support system migrations and upgrades as the business modernises its finance tools
• Develop new reporting frameworks to improve visibility and efficiency
• Business Partnering: Work with operational and commercial teams across multiple entities
• Support P&L accountability across divisions and assist Operations Managers with insights and reporting
• Build strong relationships with non-finance stakeholders to support business decision-making
• Manage, mentor, and develop a small UK finance team
• Foster a collaborative, proactive, and solution-oriented working culture

About the job

Contract Type: Permanent

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: Watford

Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per annum

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