Financial Controller

Job Reference: MK-545

Bury St. Edmunds

£60,000 - £65,000 per annum

MacKenzie King are excited to be recruiting a Financial Controller for a growing SME, based on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds. The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial management of the business, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and timely insight to support decision-making.

Key tasks and responsibilities

  • Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
  • Produce annual statutory accounts and act as the main point of contact for external accountants and auditors.
  • Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets.
  • Provide financial analysis and commentary to support commercial and strategic decisions.
  • Manage cash flow forecasting and daily cash management.
  • Oversee credit control, billing, and supplier payments.
  • Design, implement, and maintain strong financial controls and processes.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
  • Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, efficiency, and automation.
  • Support system implementations or upgrades as required.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team.
  • Partner with senior management and department heads to provide financial insight.

Qualifications and experience

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
  • Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role, ideally within an SME.
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting skills.
  • Excellent Excel and systems capabilities.
  • Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
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Stephanie Capstick

“This is a fantastic opportunity for a forward thinking Financial Controller to support the growth of an ambitious SME.”

Stephanie Capstick

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