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Our Client and the Role We are supporting a Watford-based business recruiting a Financial Controller. This is a newly-created position which sees you working closely with senior finance and offers great exposure across the business. It's a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking to grow in a dynamic and creative environment.Main Duties Take ownership of day-to-day financial operations, including bank reconciliations, journals, and balance sheet managementPrepare monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all ledgers and entitiesSupport the year-end audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring all compliance and reporting standards are metLead and mentor junior finance staff, ensuring high-quality transactional processing (AP/AR)Partner with the Finance Director to support wider forecasting, budgeting, and process improvement initiatives, maintaining and strengthening internal controlsThe Successful Candidate Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)Strong audit background (ideally from a Top 10 firm)Technical grounding, with experience in management and financial reportingPrevious team management experience, including oversight of transactional staffHands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environmentStrong Excel skills and systems experienceMedia or Production industry exposure is a bonusWhat’s on Offer? Salary range £70,000 - £80,000 On-site parking and easily accessible Watford locationCollaborative and creative working environmentOffice-based role, 5 days per week, with a supportive and experienced finance team