Financial Controller

Location: Wolverhampton Full-Time | permanent Reed Finance are working with a client who are seeking an ambitious and hands-on Financial Controller to join a growing business. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of the finance function, shape its future direction, and play a key role in driving business performance and strategic decision-making. Reporting directly to SLT. This is far more than a traditional accounting role — it’s an opportunity to lead transformation, modernise processes, and build a best-in-class finance function while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture. The Role As Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for all aspects of finance, combining strong technical expertise with commercial insight. You will lead a small team, oversee reporting, and act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team, helping to drive smarter, faster decisions across the business. Finance Leadership & Ownership • Take full ownership of the finance function, partnering closely with SLT • Lead and develop a small finance team, providing guidance, structure, and support • Act as the key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external advisors • Build a scalable, efficient, and professional finance function aligned with future growth Reporting & Financial Management • Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts and board reporting packs • Own the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and completeness • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and year-end processes • Provide clear financial insight, including variance analysis and performance reporting Process Improvement & Transformation • Drive the transition from manual processes to efficient, automated workflows • Improve controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency across finance • Implement enhancements to systems, processes, and financial governance • Lead change effectively, engaging and developing the finance team throughout Treasury & Cash Flow • Oversee cash flow management, including a rolling forecast • Manage relationships with financial institutions • Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including VAT, payroll, and tax Commercial & Strategic Support • Provide financial insight to support pricing, margins, and profitability • Develop KPI reporting to enable real-time decision-making • Support investor reporting, financial modelling, and strategic initiatives • Contribute to wider business planning and growth strategy Essential: • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) • Experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME environment • Proven track record of driving finance transformation and process improvement • Strong technical accounting and reporting expertise • Experience managing or mentoring junior team members • Hands-on approach with the ability to balance detail and strategic thinking • Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels • Commercially aware, proactive, and solutions-focused