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.
The Role
As Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the integrity of the financial reporting framework and the effective running of the core finance processes. You will:
- 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.