Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: West Midlands, UK
Salary: Competitive DOE
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Company:
Our client is a leading commercial solar installation company specialising in delivering high-quality solar PV solutions for businesses across the UK and Ireland. With a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence, the company is experiencing significant growth and is now seeking a Financial Controller to oversee its financial operations.
Role Overview:
As the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the company’s financial health, ensuring strong financial governance, and supporting strategic decision-making. Working closely with senior leadership, you will provide valuable financial insights, manage budgets, improve financial processes, and help steer the company through its next phase of growth.
This finance role is a top priority for the company, as they are looking to streamline operations and support the growing demand. The client has been engaging in several conversations with potential candidates but is looking for someone who is hands-on, able to set strategy, and collaborate effectively with directors, driving process improvements and leading financial initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
* Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk.
* Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements.
* Maintain compliance with tax regulations, accounting standards, and industry-specific financial requirements.
* Develop and implement financial controls and processes to support business growth.
* Support project financing, including evaluating funding options and liaising with lenders or investors.
* Collaborate with project managers to assess financial performance and profitability of solar installation projects.
* Monitor and optimise cost structures to improve margins.
* Oversee payroll, VAT, and other financial obligations.
* Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners.
* Build and implement corporate processes around investments, strategic planning, stock management, and insights.
What Are We Looking For?
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with relevant experience.
* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role, ideally in the renewable energy, construction, or engineering sector.
* Strong understanding of financial management, reporting, and compliance.
* Experience in project-based accounting and cost control.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong leadership and communication abilities, capable of working with non-financial teams.
* Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work in a fast-growing and sustainability-focused industry.
* Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
* Career progression opportunities within a rapidly expanding company.
* An opportunity to take a hands-on role in shaping the financial direction of the company.