Financial Controller

Overview

JOB TITLE: Financial Controller | LOCATION: Keynsham | SALARY & BENEFITS: £90k | HOURS: Full Time

White Horse Employment are delighted to be supporting a dynamic, internationally operating business based near Bristol in the search for a Financial Controller.

This is a pivotal role within the finance function, reporting directly to the Finance Director. You will take full ownership of the financial control environment, ensuring robust reporting, strong governance, and high-quality insight to support business decision-making. This is a hands-on leadership position suited to someone who enjoys balancing technical excellence with driving improvements and influencing stakeholders across the wider organisation.

Responsibilities

• Take accountability for accurate and timely financial reporting across the business
• Lead the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close cycles
• Oversee balance sheet integrity, working capital performance and cash management
• Strengthen and evolve financial controls, reconciliations and governance procedures
• Deliver clear reporting and meaningful commentary to senior leadership
• Act as the main liaison for audit activity and financial reviews
• Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements
• Partner closely with operational and commercial teams to advise on accounting implications
• Support wider business change initiatives, including integration and transformation projects
• Promote strong financial discipline and adherence to policies and compliance standards

About You

We are seeking a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience operating at Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager level, ideally within a fast-moving or scaling environment.

You will bring:

• Strong technical accounting expertise and a sound understanding of current standards
• A track record of improving processes, controls and reporting frameworks
• Confidence working cross-functionally and influencing senior stakeholders
• A pragmatic, hands-on approach with a solutions-driven mindset
• The ability to lead through change while maintaining operational delivery

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware finance professional to step into a visible and influential role, helping to enhance financial governance while supporting the continued growth and performance of the business.

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