Assistant Financial Controller

Meraki Talent are supporting with the appointment of a permanent Assistant Financial Controller based close to Cumbernauld with good hybrid working paying £60,000 – £65,000 plus a competitive benefits package.

The Opportunity

This dynamic and commercially driven organisation is widely recognised for its excellence across the diverse markets it serves. Operating in a fast-moving and competitive environment, the business values agility and responsiveness, making it well-suited to individuals who are energised by pace and comfortable navigating change in an evolving sector.

The Role

This role offers an excellent springboard for individuals with ambitions to progress to Financial Controller or Director of Finance level, supported by strong mentorship and exposure to a broad, diverse range of responsibilities. The three key components of the role include:

People Management

• Hiring, training and development of the finance team including part-qualified & transactional finance
• Deputising for the Director of Finance

Operation & Commercial

• Production and presentation of monthly reporting packs & management accounts
• Business partnering with senior and non-financial stakeholders
• Financial analysis – P&L, revenue, sales, costs
• Process & continuous improvement – processes, procedures, controls & systems

Financial Accounting

• Supporting the preparation of financial accounts
• Supporting with annual audit including liaising with External Auditors
• Balance sheet integrity & reconciliations
• Ensuring robust month & year-end

On Offer

The position of Assistant Financial Controller is based close to Cumbernauld with good hybrid working. The role will also offer:

• £60,000 – £65,000 base salary
• Highly competitive benefits package
• Hybrid working

Candidate Profile

We are keen to engage with individuals that match the criteria below:

• Qualified Accountant – ESSENTIAL
• Strong financial and management accounting – ESSENTIAL
• Trained & qualified in Audit – advantageous
• Managed transactional finance – advantageous

Next Steps

Please do not hesitate to contact John Gilbertson for a private & confidential discussion regarding this fantastic permanent position.