As a result of sustained growth and increasing operational complexity, an ambitious and commercially minded Financial Controller is required to join a fast-paced, owner-managed business operating within the waste management sector.
With turnover now approaching £10m and a strong trajectory for continued growth, this is a pivotal appointment designed to strengthen the finance function, sitting between an experienced Bookkeeper and Fractional CFO. The successful candidate will play a key role in bringing structure, visibility and commercial insight to the business, while remaining hands-on in the day-to-day numbers.
This is a high-impact, on-site role based in Mitcham, offering the opportunity to influence financial performance, improve processes and build strong relationships both internally and externally across a dynamic and operationally driven environment.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will take ownership of management reporting, cashflow visibility and supplier/customer financial relationships, while helping to drive cost control, improve financial processes and support strategic decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, cashflow and supporting analysis
Deliver accurate and timely financial information to support business decision making
Weekly cashflow forecasting, monitoring and reporting
Lead on budgeting and quarterly reforecasting processes
Interrogate financial data to identify cost savings, pricing opportunities and performance improvements
Manage and develop the existing Bookkeeper, ensuring accuracy across transactional finance
Oversee credit control processes, including chasing outstanding payments and improving cash collection
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and customers, including regular financial discussions
Support investment appraisals and financial analysis on capital expenditure (e.g. fleet and equipment)
Maintain fixed asset register, lease accounting and statutory reporting requirements
Work closely with the Fractional CFO and senior leadership to provide strategic financial insight
Skills & Experience
Strong accountancy knowledge (qualified by experience, part qualified or qualified)
Solid, hands-on management accounting experience with the ability to deliver clear, actionable financial insight
Proven ability to operate both strategically and hands-on within a growing SME environment
Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage externally with suppliers and customers
Experience managing cashflow, credit control and high-volume transactional environments
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to challenge and influence decision making
Experience with Sage and/or Xero, alongside advanced Excel capability
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment (experience in waste, construction or similar sectors advantageous but not essential)
This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, entrepreneurial business where finance plays a central role in ongoing success. You’ll be given the autonomy to shape processes, influence decisions and make a tangible impact, while working closely with a leadership team committed to continued growth.
If you’re looking for a role that combines strategic input with meaningful day-to-day involvement in the numbers, this position offers both challenge and long-term opportunity in equal measure. Apply now!
