Financial Controller

Permanent
Location: Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex
Hours: Full time, Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week.
Pay: £65,000 - £70,000 pa

Join Our Team as a Financial Controller

We're looking for a commercially astute and experienced Financial Controller to take full ownership of our financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls. This is a key leadership role, ensuring the accuracy of financial information, supporting strategic decision-making, and maintaining robust financial governance across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who's ready to lead and develop a finance team, drive operational efficiencies, and help shape the future direction of a growing organisation.

About the Role:

As a Financial Controller you will be responsible for:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the finance team, ensuring all reporting is accurate and timely.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and board reporting packs.
• Oversee statutory reporting and ensure compliance with UK GAAP, FRS 102, and other relevant regulations.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting process, monitoring performance against targets.
• Coordinate the year-end audit and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements including VAT, PSA, and Corporation Tax.
• Develop and maintain strong financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support business strategy and key decisions.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and funding requirements.
• Support the implementation of new finance systems or process improvements.
• Mentor, develop, and motivate members of the finance team.

Why Join Us?

• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days
• Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme. 
• Learning & Development – we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.  
• Health and Wellbeing – Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists
• Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents. 
• Financial support 
• Discounts on hundreds of retail sites
• Progression opportunities – many of our team go on to senior and site management roles
• A welcoming, respectful team culture
• Cycle to Work scheme

What we are looking for:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Minimum 5+ years' post-qualification experience, ideally in a Financial Controller or senior finance position.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with modern finance systems.
• Proven track record of leading and developing teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Collaborative and confident when working with non-finance stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Desirable:

• Experience using SAP.
• Experience with FRS 102 reporting and overseas subsidiaries.

Interested? Apply now and secure your future with us! 
Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability 
Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.   

Internal Applicants
At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenge.