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Financial Controller / Business Partner£55,000 - £65,000 pa basic salaryOffice based (Southampton)Mo... Financial Controller / Business Partner£55,000 - £65,000 pa basic salaryOffice based (Southampton)Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.30pmAre you an experienced Financial Controller who wants to take ownership of a full finance function, shape processes, support decision-making and play a key role in our continued growth?About usESSCO is a UK specialist manufacturer supplying energy efficient HVAC and process solutions. We are looking for a Financial Controller who enjoys a blend of hands‑on accounting, commercial insight, and leadership responsibility to work closely with the Group finance function, contribute to strategic initiatives, and be a trusted advisor within the business.What you’ll be doing Lead the day‑to‑day finance function and ensure robust financial controlsDeliver accurate monthly management accounts, KPIs and insightful analysisManage the annual budget cycle, forecasting, and cashflow reportingOversee balance sheet integrity, statutory reporting and audit preparationProvide commercial insight into margins, operating costs and profitabilitySupport strategic projects, operational improvements and potential acquisitionsManage and develop an Assistant AccountantChampion better systems, processes and reporting across the businessBe our internal expert (training provided) on Dynamics, Jet Reporting and Continia What you’ll bring Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)Strong experience in a hands‑on Financial Controller or Senior Management Accountant roleExcellent analytical skills and confidence presenting insight to senior leadersAdvanced Excel capabilityA proactive and improvement‑focused mindsetAbility to build positive working relationships at all levelsExperience in manufacturing or project-based accounting desirable.Experience working within a group-structured environment desirable. What’s on offer £55,000 - £65,000. pa basic salary25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)Birthday holiday Why join us? A role with real ownership and influenceThe chance to improve processes and shape the future of the finance functionSupportive leadership and a collaborative cultureTraining on specialist systemsOpportunity for professional growth within a respected group   INDHSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.