Financial Controller

Department: CSG - Business Operations (Audit / Risk / Client Account Management / Finance / People / Procurement / Property and Facilities / Sales and BD / IT)

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Remote - England and Wales

Description

We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded, and detail-oriented Financial Controller to lead the day-to-day financial operations of our business. This is a key leadership role within the finance function, responsible for ensuring robust financial management, compliance, reporting accuracy, and supporting the strategic growth of the organisation.

Reporting into senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in providing financial insight, maintaining strong financial controls, managing the finance team, and partnering with stakeholders across the business to drive performance and informed decision-making.

What you will do?

As Financial Controller, you will:

• Oversee the preparation and delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process in partnership with department heads and the FP&A Manager
• Monitor financial performance and provide analysis of variances against budgets and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements
• Manage cash flow, working capital, treasury activities, and banking relationships
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen internal financial controls, policies, and procedures
• Provide meaningful financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
• Lead, coach, and develop members of the finance team
• Support business planning, investment appraisals, and strategic projects
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of VAT returns, Corporation Tax computations, and statutory filings
• Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and systems

Who you are

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified finance professional with a proven track record of operating at a senior level and influencing business performance.

Essential Skills & Experience

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior finance role
• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities
• Experience using accounting systems such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, SAP, or similar ERP platforms
• Proven leadership and people management experience
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial controls

Desirable Experience

• Experience within a professional services or legal sector environment
• Experience building, developing, or restructuring finance teams
• Exposure to business transformation or growth initiatives

Key Competencies

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Strategic thinking and commercial acumen
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• High levels of integrity and professionalism
• A proactive and continuous improvement mindset
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

What's in it for you?

• High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - https://www.dacbeachcroft.com/en/Work-with-us/Whats-in-it-for-you
• A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
• Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
• In person and remote social events
• Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!