At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations and support business growth through strategic decision-making.
- Company: Join a collaborative and ambitious company in the heart of Essex.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on leadership role, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities to mentor and develop a finance team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on financial performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Qualifications: Experienced finance professional with strong technical accounting skills.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 85000 £ per year.
This role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious business where finance plays a central role in operational and strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence process improvements, support business growth, and work closely with senior leadership across the organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong team focus, offering broad exposure across financial control, operational finance, reporting, cash flow management, and business partnering.
Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you'll ideally have experience within a manufacturing, FMCG, engineering or similar environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting financial performance, strengthening controls, and driving continuous improvement across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities- Lead monthly management accounts preparation, reconciliations, and financial analysis
- Oversee day-to-day finance operations including sales ledger, purchase ledger, general ledger, and banking activities
- Manage cash flow forecasting and support working capital optimisation
- Oversee payroll, pensions, and employee benefits processes
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, VAT regulations, and internal controls
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
- Partner with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and performance analysis
- Support procurement and stock-related financial processes
- Drive process improvement across finance systems, controls, and reporting
- Prepare information for audit and ensure accurate financial record keeping
- Attend operational meetings and provide financial support to senior stakeholders
- Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team.
The successful candidate will be an experienced finance professional with strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to operate effectively within a growing operational business.
Financial Controller in Maldon employer: STORMX RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company in Maldon, Essex, where as a Financial Controller, you will be at the heart of strategic decision-making and process improvement. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and employee development, this role offers not only competitive remuneration but also the chance to work closely with senior leadership, fostering a culture of growth and innovation. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values your contributions and encourages continuous professional development.
Contact Details:
STORMX RECRUITMENT LIMITED Recruitment Team
