We’re working with a leading organisation in the defence and maritime sector who are looking for a Financial Controller to join their team.

This newly created role will take full ownership of day-to-day finance operations across a multi-entity group. It’s a brilliant role for someone who enjoys the mix of strong financial control, hands-on consolidation work, and partnering closely with senior leaders as the business continues to scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate consolidated group accounts and oversee month-end close
• Manage intercompany reconciliations, eliminations and key financial controls
• Prepare board-ready reporting with clear variance analysis and insight
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, Companies Act requirements and VAT/PAYE
• Oversee external audit and statutory accounts
• Drive working capital performance, including credit control and supplier terms
• Lead budgeting and forecasting, highlighting risks and opportunities
• Partner with budget holders to track spend and support decision-making
• Improve finance systems and processes, driving automation and data quality
• Oversee VAT returns, payroll taxes and liaison with external advisors
• Support R&D tax claim preparation where required

This is a great chance to join a mission-driven business with big ambitions and a product making a genuine impact. You’ll have visibility, autonomy and the opportunity to help shape a finance function in a company that’s scaling fast.

Please get in touch with Jo to find out more jo.priestley@marineresources.co.uk/07776 598452
 

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