CIMA Qualified Financial Controller

CIMA Qualified Financial Controller

Location: Hertfordshire

Salary: £65,000 per annum + bonus & benefits

Contract: Full-time, Office-based (Monday to Friday)

This world-class manufacturer seeks a permanent Financial Controller to join the senior management team. This strategic career opportunity plays a pivotal role in shaping the financial activity and financial strategy, driving forward operational excellence across the UK business.

About the Role

As a key member of the senior management team, you will report directly to the Finance Director of EMEA & APAC, responsible for leading the core finance function and overseeing a small, high-performing finance and accounts team. This is a hands-on, strategic role requiring strong leadership, technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all core finance operations, including transactional processing, financial controls, and reporting
• Manage and optimise SAP ERP and Corporate Reporting Interface systems
• Maintain balance sheet integrity and ensure accurate accounting practices
• Create and validate closing trial balances, including financial analysis and accounting reconciliation
• Prepare financial forecasts (P&L), cash flow projections, and annual budgets
• Oversee transfer pricing reporting and collaborate with tax auditors
• Ensure full compliance with HMRC tax filings and customs reporting
• Manage currency transactions across EMEA & APAC regions
• Handle bad debt resolution, credit requests, and quarterly E&O reporting
• Uphold Segregation of Duties and internal control standards
• Build strong relationships across internal departments, advising on financial matters and contributing to wider business goals

The candidate

This employer seeks a professional, confident, proactive Financial Controller who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment.

Essential Requirements:

• CIMA qualified with a minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Proven leadership in managing finance teams and systems
• Advanced proficiency in Windows-based software and automated workbook processes
• Strong working knowledge of SAP ERP
• Self-disciplined, approachable, and adaptable to changing priorities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Employee benefits

• £65,000 annual salary
• End-of-year performance-related bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Employee health & wellbeing scheme
• Career development within a global organisation

Ready to Apply?

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for financial leadership and operational excellence, we would like to hear from you.