Financial Controller

Associate Director - Home Counties - Senior Finance & Accounting

Based in Milton Keynes

Opportunity to progress to Finance Director

I am delighted to be supporting this well‑established brand based in Milton Keynes, which is seeking a new Financial Controller. The business is part of a wider global group, and this opportunity presents a clear path to becoming FD in a few years.

Day to day, you will be responsible for managing all finance & accounting operations ensuring all reporting deadlines are achieved. You will be managing a team of 7 and we are seeking an individual who has managed a team and has experience in supporting team members with career development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all finance and accounting operations for 2 entities, reporting directly to the Finance Director
• Drive the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts
• Manage month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring quality control over financial transactions and reporting.
• Develop and implement robust accounting policies and internal controls to strengthen financial processes.
• Assist in preparing and presenting financial reports to senior executives, stakeholders, and board members.
• Lead internal and external audit processes, ensuring all requirements are met efficiently.

What We’re Looking For:

• ACCA or CIMA qualified
• 5+ years of combined accounting and finance experience, with a proven track record as a Financial Controller.
• Exceptional leadership, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Proficiency in financial reporting systems, Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industry

Retail

Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom