Commercial Financial Controller

CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be partnering with a professional services business to recruit a Commercial Financial Controller for a key leadership role.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business at a pivotal stage in its journey. Now part of a larger private equity-backed group, the company is entering a fast-paced period of change and growth, making this an excellent move for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys combining strong financial control with commercial involvement.

What will the Commercial Financial Controller role involve?

• Leading the day-to-day finance function for a £40m turnover business 
• Taking ownership of the month-end close process and ensuring accurate, timely reporting 
• Producing and reviewing profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow reporting 
• Overseeing VAT, statutory accounts, year-end audit and wider financial compliance requirements 
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and ongoing financial planning activity 
• Providing robust financial insight to support operational and commercial decision-making 
• Working closely with senior stakeholders in a fast-moving, private equity-backed environment 
• Driving improvements in financial processes, controls and reporting through SAP 

Suitable Candidate for the Commercial Financial Controller vacancy:

• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA 
• Proven experience in a hands-on Financial Controller or senior finance role 
• Commercially minded with the appetite to learn, grow and add value beyond core reporting 
• Familiarity with SAP would be beneficial 
• Available at short notice, ideally immediately available or on no more than one month’s notice

Additional benefits and information for the role:

• Car allowance
• Bonus
• Generous pension
• Hybrid working
• Car parking
• Broad, visible role with real scope to influence 
• Salary is dependent on experience

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