Salary guide
Financial Controller
- Average salary
- £50,000 – £100,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- Controllers are key to financial stability in organisations
Other names this job is known by
- Head of Finance
- Financial Manager
Key responsibilities
- Oversee financial operations and reporting
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and audits
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards
- Supervise finance teams
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in accounting or finance
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification
- Experience in finance roles
- Leadership and analytical skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Finance Director
- CFO
- Senior Manager
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study accounting or finance
- Obtain professional qualifications
- Gain experience in finance roles
- Progress to controller or management positions
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