We are seeking a strategic, technology and data driven Commercial Financial Controller for an ambitious organisation based in Peterborough to lead a small finance team, improve commercial and operational information to enable scalable growth. Reporting directly to the FD but also supporting the CFO, you will play a pivotal role in modernising processes, strengthening financial transparency, and building the operational foundation for our next stage of expansion. This is a high-impact position offering the opportunity to shape how finance operates and contributes to the organisation's strategic direction. Key Tasks & Responsibilities Strategic Insight
Work closely with the business to provide clarity, challenge, and actionable insight.
Build trusted relationships with the wider finance team and operational teams, presenting and communicating financial information in a clear, relevant, and decision-focused manner.
Drive strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment and robust baseline assumptions.
Develop dashboards, KPIs, and ad-hoc analysis that deliver meaningful insight and support informed decision-making.
Financial Control & Reporting
Own delivery of month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency.
Produce high-quality management accounts with insightful commentary and supporting analysis.
Support preparation of statutory accounts, in accordance with UK GAAP, and manage external audit processes.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and governance standards.
Review/critique prepared VAT returns and support corporation tax processes.
Maintain cash flow forecasts and support treasury activities.
Craft contractual terms to support commercial agreements negotiated by business principals.
Finance Processes, Automation & Systems
Ensure reporting and deliverables are grounded in robust, scalable processes.
Lead improvements to the finance technology landscape, introducing automation and optimising existing tools.
Manage financial systems, integrations, and data flows to strengthen control and reduce manual effort.
Embed a culture of continuous improvement across reporting, internal controls, and workflow management.
Leadership & Team Development
Contribute to building a high-performing, cohesive finance team with shared standards and clear expectations.
Foster collaboration, professional development, and a culture of innovation within the team.
Key Core Competencies & Skills Required
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA).
Strong technical accounting knowledge with exceptional attention to detail.
Proven ability to lead process improvements and implement financial systems or automation tools.
Excellent communication skills-clear, timely, and transparent.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; solution-driven mindset.
Experience in driving cross-functional collaboration.
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, growing business with evolving priorities.
High standards of accuracy, timeliness, and professional rigour.
Flexible, pragmatic, and proactive in seeking better ways of working.
