Financial Controller

Job Description

My client, an ambitious, rapidly growing subscription (SaaS) business based in Surrey is looking for a Financial Controller to join their team. The business, a market leader in the Education field continues to develop and grow its brand and has achieved significant growth in recent years.

The business requires a Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function and support their next phase of growth. As Financial Controller, you’ll lead the day-to-day finance operations and play a key role in ensuring financial rigour, reporting accuracy, and strategic oversight. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director and external stakeholders (banks, accountants) to support decision-making, compliance, and growth initiatives.

You will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations including bookkeeping, AR / AP, payroll, and reconciliations, preparing monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis and monitoring and reporting on financial KPIs and business performance.You will ensure compliance with statutory obligations (VAT, Corporation Tax, Companies House, etc.), prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and audits and maintain compliance with lender covenants and liaise with external financiers.

This is a highly visible role, interfacing with stakeholders and key business areas throughout the organisation. You wi...