Job ID: 11598Location: Southampton, Hampshire, South East, EnglandSalary: GBP 80000 per yearPosted: 2026-10-27Company: The Niche PartnershipFancy a Financial Controller role where you can lead established finance teams and still have the scope to change how finance actually works? This role combines senior leadership with genuine transformation, giving you ownership of financial control, reporting and governance alongside the opportunity to modernise systems, automation and processes. Rather than simply maintaining the status quo, you’ll lead three core finance teams and help shape a more efficient, technology-enabled finance function, including the development of Dynamics 365 Finance and appropriate use of automation and AI.Reporting to the Finance leadership team, you will be responsible for:Leading and developing teams across technical accounting, financial operations and management reportingOwning the financial control framework, accounting policies and governance processesOverseeing month-end, year-end, statutory reporting and financial complianceLeading the preparation of statutory accounts and external audit activityDriving improvements across finance systems, processes, controls and data governanceShaping the Dynamics 365 Finance roadmap and identifying opportunities for automation and technologyActing as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders on financial control, reporting and technical accounting mattersWhat you will need:A recognised professional accountancy qualification, preferably ACA, ACCA or CIMAPrevious experience in a similar senior role, such as Financial Controller, Group Financial Controller, Head of Financial Control, Head of Finance or senior Financial Reporting roleSignificant experience of financial control, statutory reporting, audit and compliance within a complex organisationA track record of leading and developing finance teamsStrong technical accounting knowledge alongside experience improving finance systems, processes or data governanceThe credibility to influence senior stakeholders and explain complex financial matters clearlyWhat you will get:28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceHybrid working, with 3 days per week at the Southampton officeFlexible working optionsPerformance-related bonus where applicableEnhanced family leave, including paid partner leaveLearning and development support, coaching and mentoringWellbeing supportVolunteering leave and matched fundraisingIf you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF.
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The Niche Partnership in Waterlooville is an excellent employer that prioritises employee development and work-life balance. With flexible hours, hybrid working options, and dedicated study support for AAT or ACCA qualifications, you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment while gaining valuable experience in bookkeeping and client management.
