Financial Controller / Business Partner£55,000 - £65,000 pa basic salaryOffice based (Southampton)Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pmAre you an experienced Financial Controller who wants to take ownership of a full finance function, shape processes, support decision-making and play a key role in our continued growth?About usESSCO is a UK specialist manufacturer supplying energy efficient HVAC and process solutions. We are looking for a Financial Controller who enjoys a blend of hands-on accounting, commercial insight, and leadership responsibility to work closely with the Group finance function, contribute to strategic initiatives, and be a trusted advisor within the business.What you''ll be doingLead the day-to-day finance function and ensure robust financial controlsDeliver accurate monthly management accounts, KPIs and insightful analysisManage the annual budget cycle, forecasting, and cashflow reportingOversee balance sheet integrity, statutory reporting and audit preparationProvide commercial insight into margins, operating costs and profitabilitySupport strategic projects, operational improvements and potential acquisitionsManage and develop an Assistant AccountantChampion better systems, processes and reporting across the businessBe our internal expert (training provided) on Dynamics, Jet Reporting and ContiniaWhat you''ll bringFully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)Strong experience in a hands-on Financial Controller or Senior Management Accountant roleExcellent an