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Financial Controller

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Robert Half

Midlothian, VA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/2/2026

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Financial Controller Employer Robert Half Location Midlothian Salary 60000.00 - 70000.00 GBP Annual Closing date 21 Jul 2026 View more categories View less categories Category Banking and Financial Services Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time Job Title Financial Controller Workplace On Site Apply on website Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Send job Job Details We are exclusively partnering with a newly established and highly ambitious business to appoint its first Financial Controller. This is a rare opportunity to join a well-funded start-up at the very beginning of its journey, backed by an experienced leadership team with a strong track record of building and scaling successful businesses. The Opportunity This is a genuine "build from scratch" role where you will establish and lead the finance function from day one. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping the financial infrastructure, supporting commercial decision-making, and helping to scale the business over the coming years. There is clear progression potential for this role to evolve into a Finance Director position. Key Responsibilities Establish finance processes, controls and governance frameworks Implement credit control, invoicing and payment procedures Manage monthly, quarterly and annual accounts Oversee VAT and financial compliance processes Manage banking, treasury set-up and cashflow Support working capital optimisation Assist with finance systems implementation and reporting structures Partner closely with leadership on commercial and strategic decisions Support the build-out of the finance team over time
Candidate Profile Essential:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager Comfortable operating in a start-up, scale-up or evolving environment Hands-on, proactive approach with experience building processes Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Commercial mindset with appetite for growth
Personal Fit:
Entrepreneurial, collaborative and adaptable Personable and relationship-driven Enjoys working in a close-knit, non-corporate environment Willing to contribute beyond the traditional finance remit The Business & Culture High-growth, early-stage environment Entrepreneurial, team-oriented and highly collaborative Sociable, down-to-earth and non-corporate culture Opportunity to make a visible impact from day one
Headline Package Salary:
GBP60,000-GBP70,000
Bonus scheme
Pension:
5% employer contribution (reviewed after six months) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: Share this job Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Apply on website