Our Client Our client is a trusted engineering partner to the global pharmaceutical industry Role Overview The Financial Controller will report to the Head of Finance and has overall responsibility for the leadership, performance and governance of the finance team. The role combines oversight of day-to-day financial operations with ownership of financial controls, financial planning and ensuring robust governance, compliance with group accounting policies, and the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting to support business strategy. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Full ownership for leading, developing, and performance managing the finance team Set and monitor KPIs, objectives, and performance standards aligned with business goals Conduct performance reviews, support ongoing team development, and identify and address skills gaps Oversee hiring decisions, team structure, and resource allocation, redefining responsibilities in line with growth and strategic priorities Act as the primary point of contact for team queries, concerns, and support Delegate effectively while maintaining appropriate oversight of day-to-day finance operations Foster a high-performance culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement Promote strong cross-functional collaboration to support wider business objectives Reporting & Compliance Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports in line with deadlines and accounting policies Responsible for accurate and on-time filing of all tax and statutory filings (e.g. VAT, PAYE, Corporation tax, CRO filings) Manage intercompany reconciliations and ensure accuracy of group-related transactions Coordinate with Group Finance on audit queries, IFRS/GAAP updates, and financial governance Work with Projects department to prepare monthly project costing reports Financial Operations & Reporting Oversee all core finance processes: AP, AR, GL, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory Manage a smooth month end close with consistent, high quality reporting Review journal entries, reconciliations, and working papers Own the preparation of local entity financial statements, internal management accounts and required group reporting Responsible for the statutory reporting of the group and act as primary point of contact for external auditors Cash Flow & Working Capital Optimise working capital performance with focus on inventory, receivables and payables payment terms Support treasury activities and group cash requirements (e.g., cash reporting, forecasts) Manage banking relationships as directed by the Head of Finance Internal Controls & Governance Design and implement group financial controls, accounting policies, and reporting requirements Maintain financial policies aligned with group frameworks Drive automation and efficiency in financial processes and ERP usage Lead finance-related systems implementation projects and upgrades Requirements Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) 7+ years experience in accounting/finance roles Experience delivering monthly and quarterly reports Experience leading or supervising finance teams Skills and Competencies High attention to detail with strong analytical skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Understands project based businesses Strong proficiency with ERP systems and data analytics tools Advanced Excel and analytical skills Excellent knowledge of IFRS Please apply via the link below or contact us to arrange a confidential discussion Skills: Accountant ACA, ACCA CIMA