Financial ControllerLocation: HertfordSalary: £60,000 £80,000 depending on experienceJob Type: PermanentFinancial Controller About our client:An ambitious and fast-growing business based in Hertford is seeking a hands-on yet strategic Financial Controller. This is a newly created role, designed to take ownership of the finance function, provide forward-looking financial insight, and help drive the company s growth plans. Initially, you ll be rolling up your sleeves across all areas of finance, before building and leading a dedicated finance team.Financial Controller Details: Competitive salary with performance-related bonus structureMonday to Friday, 7:30am 4:30pm Excellent long-term development opportunities as the business continues to grow Financial Controller Responsibilities: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and financial statementsDevelop budgets, rolling forecasts, and support strategic planningMonitor financial performance, providing analysis and recommendations to senior leadershipLead year-end audit and manage relationships with external auditorsManage payroll, VAT, corporation tax, and compliance requirementsOversee bookkeeping (initially), before building a finance teamImplement robust cash flow forecasting and reporting processesDrive efficiency through systems, reporting improvements, and ERP/accounting integrationAct as a key business partner, supporting commercial and strategic decisions Financial Controller What We re Lookin