Financial Controller in Woking

# Financial ControllerAccounting / Finance,Financial ControllerOctober 8, 2026Permanent### Job Description* Permanent* Woking, Surrey* Posted 6 hours ago* £85,000 – £100,000 per annumWebsite**CV-Library**Jacob Grey are exclusively partnered with a Woking based manufacturing SME to appoint a new Financial Controller/Head of Finance.This is an excellent opportunity to have a big impact on an already successful business heading into the next phase of it's growth.Reporting to the MD and CFO your duties will include a range of day to day finance operations as well as extensive business partnering and commercial finance:Responsible for the day-to-day finance operations, running of the finance department, and providing timely, accurate reportingManaging and developing a team of 3 peopleUltimate responsibility for multiple entities totalling circa £20m T/OMonthly management accounts consolidation and reporting to the Board with variance analysis and detailed commentaryStatutory/Year End Accounting including liaising with auditorsAnnual BudgetingCashflow forecasting and updatesIntercompany accounting and reconciliationsBuilding dynamic forecasting models (3 year and 5 year)Inventory / Stock accounting / WIPOverseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Credit ControlIntroducing/maintaining robust internal controlsLiaising with banks/external bodies where applicableUndertaking various ad hoc financial projects such as opening of new sites/locations (costing/tracking, etc)Introducing and streamlining existing finanical processesBusiness partnering with senior leaders regarding budgets, projects, costs, etcFinancial planning and analysis — could include cost base reviews, margin reviews, pricing reviews, ad hoc projects, etcExperience requiredThe successful candidate will be a Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with an exemplary track record in a similar job/industry.Essentially your role will be a trusted aid to the MD and a business partner to the Board. Someone with a commercial/analytical mind who can put meaning behind the numbers, scrutinise anomalies, delve into the business, and ultimately seek ways to drive growth and profit. You will be full of initiative, 'own the job' and possess a friendly, upbeat nature.You will also be an excellent leader of people, able to maximise an individual’s potential as well as manage them day to day. Being IT savvy and having strong knowledge of Excel is also important.Multi currency exposure, opening of new sites, exposure to tax would be advantageous but not essential.What's on Offer?Competitive salaryAnnual bonusGood Pension25 days holiday (plus bank hols)A friendly, people driven culture with the opportunity to put your own stamp on this role and genuinely contribute to the ongoing success/growth of the businessThere is also the opportunity for the right person to progress in time.We look forward to receiving your application #J-18808-Ljbffr