Financial Controller role for a retail company in North Hertfordshire paying £60,000-£70,000 Your new company A growing multi-site retail group with ambitious growth plans and a strong focus on profitability and operational efficiency, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage of its journey. Your new role As Financial Controller, you''ll take full ownership of the group''s financial operations. You''ll be responsible for delivering accurate and timely board reports, managing payroll, forecasting cash flow, and strengthening financial controls. You''ll work closely with branch managers and operational teams to provide commercial insight and drive performance across the group. Key responsibilities include;Producing monthly board packs (PandL, balance sheet, cash flow, KPIs) to tight deadlinesLeading the full payroll cycle and ensuring complianceMaintaining a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast and improving cash conversionProviding insight on sales mix, margins, customer behaviour, and branch performanceOverseeing VAT, PAYE, HMRC filings, and statutory audit preparationManaging and developing the accounts team (including outsourced support)Driving continuous improvement across processes, controls, and finance systemsWhat you''ll need to succeed ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or finalist) with strong Finance Controller experience5+ years'' experience in a multi-site SME environment (construction supplies, trade distribution, or retail preferred)Proven trac