Financial ControllerMilton Keynes£55,000 - £60,000Company ProfileWe are working with an award winning SME business with clients across manufacturing, retail, media & healthcare covering the UK. This is a pivotal role within the business, combining strategic leadership with hands-on financial management. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving business, planning, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, managing financial reporting, and leading a high-performing finance teamWhat’s on offer? * 25 Days Annual Leave +Bank Holidays * Hybrid Working after probation period * Company progression * Pension / Healthcare SchemeWhat will you do as Financial Controller? * Strategic Business Planning, develop & implement business plans, budgets & financial forecasts * Provide financial insights to support organisational decision-making and growth objectives * Execute the end-to-end financial operations & manage cash flow * Complete payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulations * Manage the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance * Knowledge of accounting principles, corporate governance, and tax regulationsWhat do you need as Financial Controller? * Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills * Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships * Results-driven with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding acquisition targets. * Proficiency in Sage200, Sage50 payroll, CRM software * Ability to identify new opportunities and drive initiatives forward * Fully qualified accountant is essential, ICAEW, ACCA, CIMAJob ID: 9013