Financial Controller
| Posting date: | 28 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £50,000.0 to £60,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | circa £55,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 August 2025 |
| Location: | County Durham, DL1 5SZ |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4711180_1753717790 |
Summary
Your new company
I am delighted to be working with this unique organisation who are seeking to recruit a dynamic and commercially astute Financial Controller. Joining their leadership team, you will work closely with both the on-site Finance Director and Operational Director, whilst supervising a small finance team.
Your new role
As Financial Controller, you will lead and develop a small finance team, overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business while driving efficiencies and embedding robust financial controls. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for:
- Preparing monthly financial reports and reconciliations
- Managing the general ledger and ensuring audit trail compliance
- Producing monthly and quarterly results and balance sheet reviews
- Overseeing payroll, HMRC filings, and inter-company transactions
- Supporting audit preparation
- Leading process improvements and control enhancements
- Mentoring and developing finance team members
- Partnering with senior leadership on strategic projects and financial analysis
What you'll need to succeed
- A recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or finalist with strong experience
- Proven FC experience or experience at Finance Manager level, ideally ready to step up to Financial Controller
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with excellent attention to detail
- Experience working within a values-led, customer-centric environment
What you'll get in return
This is an opportunity to join a highly successful organisation which continues to exceed expectations.
The full benefits package will be discussed on application.
What you need to do now
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