Financial Controller Job at London Full Time

Reports to: Managing Director

About the Company

Our client is an established independent merchant supplying timber, machined products, joinery and other building supplies to merchants, building companies and DIY customers. With a turnover of around £12.5m, the business trades through multiple branches across London and employs 70-80 members of staff.

This is a close-knit, people-first business rather than a faceless corporate environment — a place where people stay and where commitment is recognised and rewarded.

The Role

They are seeking a talented Financial Controller to take the day-to-day lead of all financial control activities across the business.

As a Financial Controller, you will be responsible for identifying and driving process improvements across the finance function, developing financial strategies, optimising financial performance, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. You will ensure strong and efficient financial controls and processes are in place to support the company’s long-term goals.

Working closely with senior management, you will provide analysis and deliver insights that link financial information to business strategy. This is a genuine opportunity to drive continuous improvement within the finance function — identifying areas for improvement and implementing change.

Knowledge of the Kerridge Commercial System would be an advantage, though full training on Kerridge would be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting, with analysis
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, leading the annual statutory accounts process and management of the annual audit
• Oversee accounting, ensuring the business is compliant with all tax and other financial legislation
• Ensure all HMRC submissions are delivered accurately and on time, including the preparation, review and submission of tax and VAT returns
• Oversee all balance sheet control accounts and reconciliations
• Maintain and implement strong financial systems and controls across the business
• Manage the company’s cash flow — forecasting and monitoring requirements to ensure sufficient liquidity and timely payment of debts
• Support the development of a high-performing team

Experience and Skills

• ACA / ACCA or CIMA qualified, or part-qualified, with 5+ years’ relevant experience
• Good systems skills, especially with reporting tools
• Experience of financial controls and processes
• Experience of financial forecasting and planning using spreadsheets (Excel)
• Experience of driving change within finance functions
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset

Benefits

Our client is dedicated to providing a diverse and inclusive working environment where every team member can thrive, with a benefits package designed to support overall well-being and professional growth:

• Pension scheme
• Flexible working hours
• 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays