Financial Controller

Financial Controller – Drive Growth & Strategy

Location: Hereford, UK (Office-based)
Type: Full-Time
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + Benefits

The Opportunity

A leading supplier in the welding technology and industrial equipment sector is seeking a Financial Controller to spearhead its financial strategy and support its ambitious growth plans. The role extends across two subsidiary businesses: one specialising in premium welding and engineering consumables, and the other an OEM designing and manufacturing CNC plasma machinery with a global presence.

With a comprehensive product range that includes MIG, TIG, and MMA equipment, gas welding consumables, plasma components, power tools, abrasives, and site safety/PPE solutions, the company is dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to its clients. This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company committed to innovation, excellence, and long-term success.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will shape financial planning, reporting, and risk management while also overseeing ICT operations to ensure the business is positioned for continued expansion.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Financial Strategy Development: Formulate and implement financial strategies that drive growth and profitability across the core business and its subsidiaries.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to enhance decision-making and support the company’s diverse product offerings.
  • Financial Controls and Risk Management: Ensure robust financial controls, risk management, and asset protection to maintain the company’s reputation for excellence.
  • Subsidiary Oversight: Provide financial leadership across the two subsidiary businesses, supporting their unique operations and global reach.
  • Team Leadership: Mentor and lead the finance team to achieve operational efficiency and compliance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • ICT Oversight: Oversee ICT systems to support business operations and future scaling, ensuring technological infrastructure aligns with business goals.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

  • Experienced Leader – Proven senior finance experience in B2B equipment supply or similar sectors, with a deep understanding of the welding technology industry.
  • Strategic Mindset – Strong track record of driving EBITDA growth and providing strategic financial leadership in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualified Professional – ACA, ACCA, CIMA (or equivalent) certification, demonstrating a commitment to professional excellence.
  • Financial Expertise – In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, reporting standards, and mergers and acquisitions, with the ability to navigate complex financial landscapes.
  • Strong Communicator – Excellent leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Benefits

Why This Role?

  • Attractive Benefits – Competitive salary, quarterly bonus, car allowance, private medical and life insurance.
  • Work-Life Balance – 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
  • Career Growth – Continuous professional development and leadership training, supporting your career progression.
  • Supportive Culture – A collaborative team that values innovation and success, fostering a positive work environment.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are looking to make a significant impact in a growing business, we would love to hear from you.

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Universal Business Team (“UBT”) is a global enterprise spanning 19 countries across the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, Central America and Australasia. UBT, headquartered in Sydney, Australia, is a diversified business consultancy that supports clients with business-advisory and group-buying services with the objective to help businesses develop a competitive edge. UBT was launched in 2009 in response to the Global Financial Crisis to support client organisations that were either in distress or looking to improve their competitiveness and financial performance. Currently, UBT turns over $500M (AUD) and has aspirations for significant growth over the next three to five years. A recent decision was made to bring four separate global regions together under the one global brand and leadership team. UBT’s business advisory services comprise corporate training, consulting, recruitment, accounting, and group buying services. UBT facilitates leadership and business excellence for our client’s in their respective industries. Through the group buying function, UBT nurtures mutually-beneficial relationships between member businesses and world-leading providers of business goods and services. The outcome to which we strive is a “win-win” for small-to-medium enterprises and big business alike. UBT provides services and products to approximately 3,000 independent, family-owned businesses globally with combined annual revenues exceeding $12B (AUD). The majority are small to medium sized enterprises with typical annual revenue ranges between $5m-$20m. However, there are also some larger businesses with annual revenues in the range of $100m-$250m. The unifying feature of all UBT’s clients is that the owners are parishioners of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC). UBT (which is owned by the PBCC) supports clients by providing products, services and support designed to increase their profitability and growth. The after-tax profits generated by UBT are reinvested into community initiatives, predominantly through schools (established to educate the children of Brethren families) and charities, such as the Rapid Relief Team (“RRT”) and the Red Cross. UBT Recruitment are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We will apply a rigorous, objective selection process using non-discriminatory criteria, as far as possible on behalf of all the businesses we recruit for.To view our policy in full please contact [email protected]

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