Financial Controller
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £75,000 to £95,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 March 2026 |
| Location: | RG27 9XA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | CMA Recruitment Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LH67688-426261 |
Summary
Join a dynamic and growing organisation within the SME business sector as Financial Controller based in Hook. With a strong focus on operational excellence, innovation, and team development, this award-winning company boasts a collaborative culture and ambitious growth plans. This key leadership role offers an exciting opportunity for a driven finance professional to influence strategic decision-making while managing a busy finance team. Competitive salary with attractive benefits package.
What will the Financial Controller role involve?
• Driving improvements in financial controls and processes across multiple divisions, ensuring compliance and efficiency through systems, systems, and procedures
• Managing the month-end cycle, including reconciliations, journal entries, and statutory returns, while providing valuable analysis to aid business decisions
• Mentoring and developing a high-performing finance team of approximately 10 staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
• Acting as a key point of contact for external auditors, managing audits smoothly and effectively
Suitable Candidate for the Financial Controller vacancy:
• Proven track record of overseeing multiple financial entities, demonstrating strong controls, management reporting, and process improvement
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, capable of inspiring and developing finance teams
• Strong technical knowledge of financial compliance standards, including FRS102, VAT, PAYE/NI, and CIS
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
Additional benefits and information for the role of Financial Controller:
• Supporting work environment committed to professional development and career progression
• Bonus scheme and other benefits available to recognise your contribution
• Opportunity to lead critical financial operations and be part of a forward-thinking organisation with ambitious plans
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