Financial Controller

Financial Controller Location: Coleshill, Birmingham (Office-Based) Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits A fantastic opportunity within a market-leading events business Our client is a well-established and highly respected specialist operating within the events and hospitality sector. As a recognised leader in their niche, they deliver innovative solutions for Europe's most prestigious exhibitions, trade shows, corporate events, sporting events and hospitality venues. With a multi-million-pound turnover and ambitious growth plans, the business is entering an exciting phase of expansion and is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in shaping its financial future. This is a highly visible position that offers exposure to senior leadership, strategic decision-making and international operations, making it an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional looking to make a genuine impact. The Role Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, the Financial Controller will take ownership of the finance function across UK and European operations. You will lead financial reporting, forecasting, compliance and process improvement while providing commercial insight to support growth initiatives and business performance. You'll also oversee an international entity, support strategic projects and mentor a junior member of the finance team. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day-to-day finance function, ensuring strong controls, compliance and accurate reporting. • Prepare monthly management accounts, board packs, KPI reporting and profitability analysis. • Manage financial reporting and compliance for a European subsidiary. • Lead month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations, accruals and statutory reporting. • Produce cashflow forecasts, budgets and financial models to support business growth. • Monitor working capital, banking relationships, foreign currency transactions and treasury activities. • Manage transfer pricing arrangements and ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions. • Oversee VAT, corporation tax, payroll and statutory reporting requirements. • Provide financial analysis and modelling to support new ventures, expansion projects and strategic initiatives. • Prepare financial information for external stakeholders, including banks, insurers and tender submissions. • Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, controls and reporting processes. • Partner with operational teams to improve profitability and business performance. • Lead, mentor and develop a junior finance team member. About You We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: • Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant or similar finance leadership role. • Experience within an SME environment. • Strong management accounting and financial reporting expertise. • Experience managing multi-entity and international finances. • Sound understanding of UK and European VAT, tax regulations and compliance requirements. • Strong budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management experience. • Excellent commercial acumen and analytical skills. • Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge. • Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. • Experience supporting business growth, expansion projects or strategic initiatives would be advantageous. What's on Offer? • Annual salary of £50,000 - £60,000 DOE. • Annual bonus. • On-site parking. • Opportunity to join a market-leading business • Work closely with senior leadership and influence key business decisions. • Play a pivotal role in the continued growth, projects and development of the organisation. If you're an ambitious Financial Controller looking for a role where you can influence strategy, drive performance and support ambitious growth plans, we'd love to hear from you. Application Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for taking the time to apply.