Financial Controller in Horsham

Envitia is a UK-based software and services company that helps organisations unlock the full value of their data to make better, faster decisions. With over 30 years of experience, we specialise in delivering innovative software products, solutions, and consultancy services that transform complex data challenges into actionable insights. Our mission is to empower customers across defence, government, and national security sectors to harness the power of data - from geospatial intelligence to advanced analytics and AI integration.

As a fast-growing, private-equity-backed business, Envitia is focused on helping clients unlock real business impact from their data. To support this exciting growth, we’re looking for an ambitious and highly motivated Financial Controller who thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment and can help strengthen our financial control and insight.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for leading the delivery of key financial and management reporting, ensuring statutory and tax compliance across all entities, and driving improvements in processes and controls. You will lead the day-to-day operations of the finance team, identifying opportunities for efficiency and continuously enhancing our control environment.

Working closely with the CFO and wider management team, you’ll play a central role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making. You’ll partner with sales and project teams to provide timely, accurate reporting and insight—ultimately contributing to increased shareholder value and supporting Envitia’s next phase of growth.

• Lead and develop a Finance team of two direct reports
• Lead the Finance team in the production of monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations within agreed timescales, ensuring accurate accounting records are maintained
• Manage the net working capital and cash position and ensure cashflow forecasts are accurate
• Play a key role in developing annual budgets and periodic reforecasts
• Develop and implement the best operational practices to drive business efficiency and cost control
• Work with the Project Management team to accurately account for project revenues and costs, and investigate anomalies and variances
• Prepare financial information and KPI’s for Management
• Prepare financial information and reports for Management, the Board, and investors, including monitoring of KPIs
• Develop and manage financial systems and models
• Lead annual audit and preparation of annual statutory accounts
• Approve and manage payments to all suppliers, payroll, and invoicing to clients
• Ensure compliance with all tax requirements, working with tax advisors (annual filing, VAT returns etc.)
• Work with advisors to prepare R&D tax credits claim
• Lead on Company Secretarial matters
• Manage bank accounts across all entities
• Liaise with the company pension provider, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements
• Ensure internal structure, governance and controls manage and mitigate risk appropriately

• 5+ years post-qualified experience, to include experience leading the end-to-end process of producing management accounts
• High analytical with attention to detail. Numerical and problem-solving skills with excellent Microsoft and accounting package skills
• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA)
• Ability to build rapport with a wide variety of internal and external customers
• Strong personal and communication skills with experience leading and developing a team
• Ability to partner with and influence people at all levels of the organisation
• Must be able to multitask and prioritise and adapt to changing business situations
• Strong business acumen and understanding of regulatory environments

The successful candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a SC level security clearance.

The role will require travel to our Horsham Office 1 day a week.

At Envitia, we believe that our greatest asset is our people. We’re committed to fostering a work environment where every employee feels valued, supported, and motivated to excel. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to enhance both your professional and personal wellbeing.

At Envitia, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.