Partnering with a high growth professional services organisationLeading and developing an established teamAbout the Client Our client is a highly successful professional services organisation based in Brighton, with strong growth ambitions and a reputation for operational and commercial excellence. As the business continues to expand, they are seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function and provide strategic support to senior management.The Role This is an excellent opportunity to join and lead a finance team within the professional services sector, reporting directly to the CEO. You will play a pivotal role in managing the day-to-day finance operations, driving process improvements, and supporting the long-term growth of the business, with clear scope to progress into a Finance Director role.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, manage, and develop the finance team across transactional and management accounting - Team size 3Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standardsProduce management accounts and cash flow reportsLead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning and analysis (FPandA) activitiesDrive process improvements and strengthen financial controlsPartner with senior stakeholders to provide commercial insight and strategic guidance The Successful CandidateFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with strong post-qualified experienceSolid technical accounting knowledge and commercial acumenProven ..... full job details .....