Financial Controller in Somerset

Financial Controller in Somerset

Somerset Full-Time 80000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Morgan McKinley (South West)

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and develop a finance team while overseeing financial operations and reporting.
  • Company: Dynamic organisation offering a key leadership role in finance.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on leadership experience, and growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Join a growing team in a vibrant environment with exciting projects.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by driving business performance through financial insight.
  • Qualifications: Experience in finance leadership and strong collaboration skills.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to step into a key leadership role within a growing and dynamic organisation. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and senior operational leaders, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function while ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and efficient financial operations across a diverse business. You will lead and develop a talented finance team, support strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives, and provide commercial insight that helps drive business performance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining hands-on financial leadership with close collaboration across multiple business functions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage, and develop the finance team.
  • Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including external audit coordination.
  • Review monthly management accounts, reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
  • Manage payroll and payment processes, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely delivery.
  • Maintain and enhance financial controls, systems, and finance processes.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting activities alongside senior finance leadership.
  • Partner with operational teams to provide commercial insight and financial guidance.
Morgan McKinley (South West)

Contact Details:

Morgan McKinley (South West) Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Financial Controller in Somerset

Financial Leadership
Team Management
Month-End Close Processes
Year-End Close Processes
External Audit Coordination
Management Accounts Review
Reconciliations