Financial Controller

Role OverviewWe are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to join us on a maternity cover contract and lead our Finance function through an exciting period of growth. This isn't a role for someone who simply wants to maintain the status quo. We are looking for a hands-on finance leader who can confidently oversee the day-to-day operation of the finance function whilst partnering with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making across the business.What You Will DoLead the day-to-day Finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, manage and develop a small Finance team, own the month-end and year-end close processes, prepare monthly management accounts, board reporting packs, and financial analysis, and partner with senior leaders to provide commercial insights and support business decision-making.Why It Might Be a FitYou will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, have strong technical accounting knowledge with experience producing management and statutory accounts, and be able to think strategically while maintaining attention to detail.RequirementsQualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or similar senior finance roleStrong technical accounting knowledge with experience producing management and statutory accountsExperience managing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow in a growing businessProven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence decision-makingStrong leadership skills with experience managing and developing finance teamsExcellent attention to detail alongside the ability to think strategicallyComfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environmentStrong systems knowledge and advanced Excel skillsBenefitsGenerous Leave: 25 days holiday (rising to 27 after year one and 30 after year three) + 8 bank holidaysPension Matching: Up to 5% employer matching contributionsFlexibility and Wellness: Work-from-home options, cycle-to-work scheme, private healthcare and moreGrowth Opportunities: Collaborate across teams and represent Montu at events, with support to grow your skills and impactEnhanced Maternity & Paternity LeaveOriginally posted on Himalayas