Financial Controller

Hiring: Financial Controller | Peterborough, UK | £80,000-£100,000 I'm currently hiring on behalf of one of our clients for an experienced Financial Controller to join their leadership team in Peterborough .

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who wants to work closely with the CEO and CFO , drive strategic decision-making, and lead the finance function in a growing business.

Location:Peterborough (Office-based)

Salary: 80000 to 100000 GBP/Annum

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all core accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, bank reconciliations)
• Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis
• Oversee statutory accounts and year-end audits
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow
• Ensure HMRC and VAT compliance
• Strengthen financial controls and reporting processes
• Lead and develop the finance team
• Partner with senior leadership on strategic business decisions

What We're Looking For

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualified accountant
• 5+ years' post-qualification experience
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in a senior finance leadership role
• Strong UK GAAP knowledge
• Experience managing finance teams
• Advanced Excel and accounting systems expertise (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar)