Business Controller - Finance

About the role

A leading, well-established company is seeking an experienced, commercially driven Business Controller to provide strategic leadership across finance, business operations and performance management. This is a key leadership position focused on financial sustainability, operational efficiency, governance and business growth, working closely with the senior leadership team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the overall finance function and align it with the company's strategic objectives.
• Develop and execute financial strategies, budgets, forecasts and business plans, and lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to support growth and profitability.
• Oversee financial reporting, management accounting, cash flow, working capital, taxation, treasury and statutory compliance.
• Monitor financial and operational KPIs, identify performance gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Drive cost optimization, process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Establish and strengthen internal controls, risk management frameworks and corporate governance practices.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, regulators, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead, mentor and develop finance and operations teams, and support strategic initiatives, expansions and investments.
• Work with the CEO and senior management on business performance, profitability and long-term growth.

Required profile

• Full professional qualification in Finance/Accounting such as CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline is an advantage.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including significant senior finance/management experience.
• Experience in the automobile/automotive sector is highly advantageous.

Required skills

• Financial management, budgeting, forecasting, working capital, cash flow and management reporting.
• Operations management and business performance improvement.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.