Financial Controller

Search are supporting the recruitment of a part-time Financial Controller to join an established professional services business in Edinburgh. Reporting directly to senior leadership, this is a broad, commercially focused role with responsibility for the entire finance function across multiple entities. This position would suit an experienced Financial Controller or an ambitious Management Accountant looking to step into a more strategic role. You'll have significant exposure to business performance, operational decision making and senior stakeholders whilst maintaining a hands on involvement in financial reporting, forecasting and financial control. Your responsibilities will include: * Lead the finance function across multiple group entities * Produce monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets & cashflow reporting * Deliver commercial insight & financial analysis to support strategic decision-making * Partner with operational leaders to improve profitability & business performance * Maintain financial controls, balance sheet integrity & statutory compliance * Manage year-end accounts, consolidations and audit processes * Oversee payroll, treasury & investment reporting activities * Manage relationships with auditors, banks & professional advisors * Lead finance process improvements & system developments * Manage & develop a small finance team Skills and experience that will benefit your application: * Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) * Previous experience in a Financial Controller or similar leadership role * Management accounting, forecasting and financial reporting experience * Experience working across multiple entities and jurisdictions * Analytical skills with ability to translate financial data into business insight * Commercial mindset with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders * Experience leading process improvements and finance transformation initiatives * Knowledge of group consolidations, transfer pricing or foreign exchange considerations * Experience managing or overseeing company investments, treasury activities or investment reporting What's in it for you: * Salary of £70,000-£80,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) depending on experience * Hybrid working options * Flexible 3 or 4 day working week * Senior leadership exposure and genuine influence on business decisions * Opportunity to own and develop the finance function * Broad remit spanning finance, operations and investments * Collaborative and supportive culture To apply or find out more: Please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at (url removed). Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age