Financial Controller

Green Recruitment Company; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy business is seeking a Financial Controller to lead a finance team and manage financial processes. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with a proven background in finance management. Responsibilities include overseeing accounting processes, budgeting, and providing strategic insights for growth. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Opportunities for growth and professional development

Flexible working and hybrid options

Supportive and high-performing team environment

Modern office and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a finance team of 10.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure robust internal controls and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

A leading renewable energy business is seeking to appoint a Financial Controller to supports its ambitious growth plans.

As Financial Controller, you will be responsible for managing a team of 10 finance professionals across accounting, reporting, and compliance. This is a hands‑on leadership role with full ownership of financial controls, month‑end processes, budgeting, and statutory reporting. You will play a key role in driving financial efficiency and providing strategic support to the wider business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a finance team of 10, ensuring high levels of performance, accuracy, and engagement.

• Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reports, and variance analysis.

• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes across departments.

• Ensure robust internal controls, compliance with accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting.

• Partner with senior management to provide insights that support business growth and profitability.

• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and tax advisors.

Requirements:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager.

• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory frameworks.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing finance teams (minimum 5+ people).

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Analytical mindset with a commercial approach to problem‑solving.

• Proficient in financial systems (e.g. ERP, Excel, reporting tools).

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.

• Supportive and high‑performing team environment.

• Opportunities for growth and professional development.

• Flexible working and hybrid options.

• Modern office and collaborative culture.