Financial Controller

A well-established UK leader in aviation engineering working with airlines and maintenance bases is searching for an experienced financial team leader to join our team.Headquartered in Poole, delivering a range of aviation maintenance solutions from workshops in London, Cardiff and Glasgow.Reporting to the Managing Director, the Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the organisation''s financial operations, while also providing leadership and oversight in payroll and HR-related financial processes. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, strong financial controls and efficiency across accounting, payroll, benefits administration, and HR reporting, while supporting strategic decision making.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management, Reporting and GovernanceLead the month-end and year-end close to deliver accurate and timely financial statements.Prepare management accounts, financial reports, and performance analysis for senior leadership.Manage job costing and project accounting to ensure accurate cost and revenue recognition.Ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and all statutory reporting requirements.Coordinate external audits and preparation of financial statements, acting as the primary point of contact for auditors and external accountants.Oversee project-level reporting for engineering programmes, maintenance contracts, and ground support equipment (GSE) operations as required.Drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements.Oversee company ..... full job details .....