An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join a fast-growing organisation within the healthcare sector. This is a pivotal role, leading the finance team and ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to support board-level decision-making.
The position is well-suited to a qualified accountant who combines technical expertise with strong commercial acumen. You ll oversee payroll, management accounts, cashflow forecasting, budgets, and financial reporting, while also playing a key role in supporting future business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and manage the finance team (Finance Manager, Senior Credit Controller, Finance Administrator).
- Deliver accurate monthly management accounts and MI pack, including variance analysis and commentary.
- Oversee annual budgeting and rolling forecasts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow).
- Manage payroll compliance for both salaried and weekly staff.
- Own and update the 13-week rolling cashflow forecast, ensuring proactive debtor management.
- Oversee AP/AR, billing, and credit control, maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
- Ensure strong financial controls, reconciliations, and audit readiness.
- Support growth through financial modelling, scenario planning, and costings for new tenders/contracts.
- Partner with senior leadership, providing financial insight to aid strategic decisions.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
- Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, tax, and compliance.
- Skilled in payroll, budgets, forecasts, and financial controls.
- Advanced Excel and finance systems experience.
- Background in healthcare or multi-site services is desirable.
- Experience supporting tenders or bids advantageous.
Skills & Attributes
- High attention to detail with excellent problem-solving ability.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to communicate financial information to non-finance colleagues.
- Commercially minded, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-growth environment.
Package & Benefits
- £70,000 £75,000 base salary (depending on experience).
- Pension and benefits package.
- Bonus potential linked to company performance and EBITDA growth.
- Hybrid working model office + remote.