Financial Controller

Job details

Posted Wednesday 11 March 2026
Salary £80,000 FTC
Job type Contract
Reference 4014
Recruiter Name Gareth Jenkins

Financial Controller (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: East Oxford
Salary: £80,000
Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

An established and growing organisation based in East Oxford is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join the business on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a key leadership role within the finance function, responsible for overseeing financial operations and managing a small team.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, strengthening financial controls, and supporting the business with insightful financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a small finance team, ensuring high standards of performance and support

  • Oversee monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting processes

  • Ensure strong financial controls and compliance across the finance function

  • Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight and support strategic decision making

  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow reporting

  • Support year-end processes and audit requirements

  • Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting efficiency

About You

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

  • Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role

  • Proven experience managing and developing finance teams

  • Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting experience

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner with non-finance stakeholders

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

The Opportunity

  • Competitive salary of £80,000

  • 12-month fixed-term contract

  • Leadership role managing a small team

  • East Oxford-based organisation with a collaborative working environment

If you’re an experienced Financial Controller looking for your next contract opportunity in Oxford, we’d love to hear from you.