Financial Controller

Search are supporting the recruitment of a part-time Financial Controller to join an established professional services business in Edinburgh. Reporting directly to senior leadership, this is a broad, commercially focused role with responsibility for the entire finance function across multiple entities.

This position would suit an experienced Financial Controller or an ambitious Management Accountant looking to step into a more strategic role. You'll have significant exposure to business performance, operational decision making and senior stakeholders whilst maintaining a hands on involvement in financial reporting, forecasting and financial control.

Your responsibilities will include:

Lead the finance function across multiple group entities

Produce monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets & cashflow reporting

Deliver commercial insight & financial analysis to support strategic decision-making

Partner with operational leaders to improve profitability & business performance

Maintain financial controls, balance sheet integrity & statutory compliance

Manage year-end accounts, consolidations and audit processes

Oversee payroll, treasury & investment reporting activities

Manage relationships with auditors, banks & professional advisors

Lead finance process improvements & system developments

Manage & develop a small finance team

Skills and experience that will benefit your application:

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Previous experience in a Financial Controller or similar leadership role

Management accounting, forecasting and financial reporting experience

Experience working across multiple entities and jurisdictions

Analytical skills with ability to translate financial data into business insight

Commercial mindset with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders

Experience leading process improvements and finance transformation initiatives

Knowledge of group consolidations, transfer pricing or foreign exchange considerations

Experience managing or overseeing company investments, treasury activities or investment reporting

What's in it for you:

Salary of £70,000-£80,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) depending on experience

Hybrid working options

Flexible 3 or 4 day working week

Senior leadership exposure and genuine influence on business decisions

Opportunity to own and develop the finance function

Broad remit spanning finance, operations and investments

Collaborative and supportive culture

To apply or find out more:

Please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at (url removed).

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