Financial Controller/Head of Finance
Financial Controller/Head of Finance
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GBP 60000 - 70000
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Job Description
Job Description
Financial Controller / Head of Finance
Shrewsbury
60 - 70000 Car Bonus Potential Private Healthcare
A confidential and privately owned growing business is seeking aHead of Finance(orFinancial Controller depending on experience) to lead its finance function and support the next phase of operational and strategic development. This is a hands-on and commercially focused leadership role within a values-driven entrepreneurial organisation.
The Opportunity
You will be joining an agile business with a flat structure and strong ownership presence. Profitability and turnover have fluctuated in recent years and with significant investment already made into new sites and operations the business is poised for future growth.
Youll be tasked with not just running the finance team efficiently but also being a proactive contributor to strategic decision-making and operational improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a sizeable finance and admin team ensuring timely and accurate management accounts correct processing of financial transactions and a happy team that is integrated into the wider business.
- Drive high-quality financial reporting budgeting forecasting and performance analysis.
- Provide commercial insight to improve margins control costs and support strategic initiatives.
- Maintain robust internal controls and compliance with financial standards and banking requirements.
- Collaborate with operational teams to influence behaviours improve processes and unlock efficiencies.
- Contribute to business planning financial modelling and appraisal of investment opportunities.
- Support the owners with ad hoc strategic projects.
- May include occasional support to a related company (up to 1 day per week).
About You
- Preferably a Qualified Accountant (ACA ACCA CIMA or equivalent).
- Hands-on finance leadership experience within an SME or owner-managed business environment.
- Strong understanding of budgeting forecasting financial control and reporting.
- Commercial mindset with a curious analytical approach and an eye for margin improvement.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced evolving environment with a high degree of autonomy.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills able to build relationships across teams.
- A practical low-ego operator who brings energy accountability and integrity to the role.
Whats On Offer
- Base salary between
- Bonus related in business performance
- Company car
- Private healthcare
- On-site working (5 days) with flexibility for ad hoc homeworking
- Close collaboration with senior leadership and real influence on business direction
- An inclusive respectful and autonomous culture where your input matters
Application Process:
To apply please contact:
Contact: Phil Topper
Mobile:
Seymour John Executive Search & Selection
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
