Eden Scott
Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
Financial Controller – East Kilbride, C£55K–£60K + Package
DAC-235852
About the Role
We are partnering with a fast-growing and ambitious business to appoint a Financial Controller—an ideal opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of day-to-day finance operations.
Reporting directly to senior leadership, you’ll play a critical role in:
- Ensuring operational excellence across the finance function
- Delivering accurate financial information to inform decision-making
- Maintaining strong financial controls and compliance
- Collaborating closely with operational and commercial teams to drive efficiency and financial insights
The organisation operates in a project-led environment, having achieved strong growth through organic expansion. This is a hands-on role within a dynamic, collaborative culture, offering a chance to contribute meaningfully while supporting the business’s scaling journey.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Control
- Manage purchase and sales ledger activities, ensuring:
- Accurate processing of invoices, payments, and customer billings
- Timely and efficient transactions
- Oversee month-end close processes, including:
- Accruals, prepayments
- Journal adjustments
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Prepare bank, supplier, and credit card reconciliations while reinforcing financial controls
- Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency as the business grows
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Compliance & Reporting
- Support payroll administration and tax compliance activities
- Handle statutory submissions, ensuring adherence to regulations
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Provide actionable financial insights to commercial and operational teams
- Collaborate across departments to optimise resources and bolster decision-making
This list is representative of core duties—please contact our consultants for further details on expectations.
Requirements
Essential Experience & Skills
- Proven experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or similar senior finance role, with ownership of day-to-day finance operations and accounting
- Expertise in financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end processes, and accrual accounting
- Strong proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, SAP)
- Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis and modelling
- Exceptional organisational skills with laser-like attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise multiple demands in a fast-paced environment
- SME experience is essential—this role demands a hands-on, results-driven individual ready to take ownership
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Desirable Traits
- Proven track record in a growing enterprise where financial administration impacts business trajectory
- Experience in individual contributor or leadership roles where oversight drives consistency and scalability
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: C£55K–£60K (depending on experience)
- Pension contributions
- Lifestyle and wellbeing benefits, tailored to work-life harmony
- A supportive environment to grow alongside a dynamic business
This role is perfect for those who thrive in busy, collaborative, and operationally focused teams, pushing forward the financial health—and the future—of the organisation.
Apply Now: Submit your CV and contact details to start a confidential discussion with one of our consultants.
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