At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial control and reporting for a £300m+ Engineering Division.
- Company: Join a reputable engineering firm committed to accountability and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, strong support for professional development, and a collaborative environment.
- Other info: Inclusive recruitment process with a focus on health, safety, and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Shape the financial future of a major division and drive impactful decisions.
- Qualifications: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with senior finance leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of financial control, governance and reporting across our £300m+ Engineering Division. This is a pivotal role at the heart of the business – you will be the custodian of the Division's financial integrity, working closely with the Head of Finance to maintain a disciplined control environment that supports profitable growth, effective cash management and risk mitigation.
Leading the Financial Accounting and Transactional Shared Services teams, you will shape how we report, control and improve our finances, while developing a high‑performing team around you.
What you’ll be doing:
- Owning and continuously enhancing our financial control framework, ensuring balance sheet integrity across all entities.
- Leading monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, providing insight and variance analysis that supports real decision‑making.
- Coordinating budgeting and quarterly forecasting, reviewing and challenging assumptions to keep them grounded in reality.
- Leading statutory reporting, tax compliance and audit processes, keeping our records audit‑ready year‑round.
- Owning divisional cash flow reporting, including the rolling 13‑week forecast submitted to Group Finance.
- Driving finance process improvement, systems optimisation and automation across the Division.
- Leading, developing and growing the Financial Accounting and Transactional Shared Services teams.
What you’ll bring:
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, with significant post‑qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.
- Financial Controller experience within a large engineering, technical services, infrastructure, construction or manufacturing business.
- A strong track record in financial control, governance, compliance and audit management.
- Experience leading Financial Accounting and Transactional Shared Services functions.
- Solid technical accounting knowledge, including UK GAAP.
- Experience with ERP systems and finance transformation initiatives.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and build a high‑performance culture.
Why join us:
You’ll be joining a business that takes its commitments seriously – strong controls, real accountability, and a finance function trusted to drive the numbers behind a growing engineering business. If you want a role where your work genuinely shapes how a £300m+ division is run, we would love to hear from you.
Our Values:
- People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing.
- Better Together – A collaborative team.
- Trusted Partners – Dedicated to our clients' success.
- Taking Responsibility – Making a positive difference.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, please let us know; in confidence, our team is here to support you.
Financial Controller employer: Dalkia UK
Dalkia UK is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, compliance, and operational excellence at Hinkley Point B. With a strong focus on employee growth and a collaborative work culture, we offer our team members the opportunity to lead impactful projects while working closely with EDF stakeholders. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and fosters a culture of excellence.
