Financial Controller 6616

Financial Controller

Location: Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum + benefits

We’re looking for a Financial Controller — but not the usual kind.
This role blends finance, systems, compliance, and process improvement. You’ll oversee the finance function while playing a key role in the rollout of a new ERP system, helping to modernise how the business operates.

If you enjoy detail, variety, and finding better ways to work — this could be the ideal role for you.

About the Role

This position combines finance leadership with business systems ownership, offering a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys structure, detail, and problem-solving. You’ll be responsible for the full finance function while also assisting in the implementation of the ERP shaping how processes, data, and reporting work for years to come.

Key Responsibilities of a Financial Controller:

• Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and management reporting
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and revenue recognition
• Manage stock and inventory accounting, including quarterly counts and variance analysis
• Prepare VAT, PAYE, and NI returns, and support year-end accounts and compliance
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external accountants and advisors
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Drive system and process improvements across finance and operations
• Monitor daily cash balances, working capital, and bank reconciliations
• Process payroll for office staff and manage credit insurance cover
• Supervise and develop members of the finance team
• Champion the implementation and ongoing use of Prophet 21 (Epicor ERP)

Key Skills of a Financial Controller:

• Proven experience in finance management (Financial Controller or similar)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial controls expertise
• ATT or equivalent financial qualification
• Experience with stock and inventory accounting (advantageous but not essential)
• Confident using finance and ERP/accounting systems (Epicor Prophet 21 experience beneficial)
• Excellent organisation, accuracy, and analytical ability
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to work across all levels
• A proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused approach

What’s on Offer:

• A pivotal role at the heart of a well-established, forward-thinking business
• The opportunity to shape systems and processes during an exciting transition
• A supportive leadership team that values professionalism and fresh ideas
• Competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000 per annum plus benefits
• Excellent scope for professional development in finance and leadership

How to Apply:
To be considered for this role, please email your CV to andrew.penrith@first-base.co.uk or call Andrew on 01453 755330.

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