Element Recruitment UK
Financial Controller
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Element Recruitment have been exclusively engaged by a dynamic, venture capital backed tech scale-up to recruit a commercially minded Financial Controller.
Operating in a high-demand sector with a specialised product portfolio, this exciting SME business supports their clients on a global scale. With strong financial backing and a clear market advantage, the company is primed for rapid scale.
Following a recent leadership evolution, this role serves as the key strategic right hand to an ambitious, impressive and passionate CFO.
Why This Role?
- Direct C-Suite Exposure: Work with an engaging CFO, gaining real exposure to board-level presenting, reporting, strategic analysis, and commercial decision-making.
- Leadership & Impact: Oversee and mentor a close-knit finance team of two, ensuring strong operational foundations while shaping the future trajectory of the business.
- Modern Workflows: Join an agile environment embracing tech-forward processes. Advanced MS Excel skills are essential, alongside a genuine appetite to leverage emerging AI tools to drive efficiency.
- Clear Career Progression: This isn't just a maintenance role; it’s an active launchpad for an ambitious finance professional seeking high visibility and accelerated career growth.
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Key Responsibilities
- Partner directly with the CFO to lead daily finance operations and strategic initiatives.
- Manage, develop, and mentor a small, dedicated finance team (2 FTEs).
- Deliver robust financial reporting, commercial analysis, and high-impact presentations for the Board.
- Drive process improvements, modernizing systems and adopting high-efficiency digital/AI tools.
- Maintain rigorous financial controls across budgeting, forecasting, and cash management in a fast-paced VC environment.
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What We’re Looking For
- Commercial Mindset: A proactive and qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) finance professional eager to get hands-on, understand the business drivers, and add real commercial value.
- Technical Aptitude: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and a natural curiosity for modern software and AI tools.
- Team Leader: Proven ability (or strong potential) to manage a small team with a collaborative, supportive approach.
- Growth Readiness: Someone excited by the fast-paced, dynamic nature of an expanding venture-backed business.
Work Location & Flexibility
- Office: Central Bristol
- Pattern: Hybrid working structure with a baseline expectation of 3 days in the office, offering genuine mutual flexibility as required.
Salary - £60,000-£70,000
What to do next?
For more information, please contact Tom Chambers at Element Recruitment
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