Financial Controller

£80,000 – £90,000 + up to 15% bonus, hybrid working – Route to CFO

Forge Talent is exclusively representing a privately owned, multi-faceted group with a turnover of c. £200m. We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller with CFO aspirations to join the business at an exciting time of growth and transformation.

This is a hands-on role. You will be central to a full finance transformation following a recent merger, working alongside the CFO to shape processes, systems, and the finance team.

Phase 1 is very much about rolling up your sleeves: building the finance function, embedding robust systems, and improving reporting and controls. Phase 2 is the strategic reward for that effort, offering a clear pathway to a future CFO role.

Key Responsibilities

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain and enhance financial systems, supporting ERP upgrades and automation initiatives
• Streamline processes to improve efficien...