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Financial Controller - Maternity Cover

United Kingdom, Castle Cary Employment contract 70000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 29, 2026

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Lead the numbers behind one of the country's most exciting luxury estates. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to step into a key leadership role at The Newt in Somerset. Working closely with the CFO and operational leaders across the business, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the central finance function while ensuring accurate reporting, robust controls, and smooth financial operations across a fast-paced and diverse business.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead, manage, and develop the central finance team
  • Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and audit activities
  • Review monthly management accounts, reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments
  • Oversee payroll and payment processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy
  • Maintain and improve financial controls, systems, and finance processes
  • Support budgeting and forecasting alongside senior finance leadership
  • Partner with operational teams to provide commercial insight and financial support
  • Support strategic finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

  • ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional accountancy qualification
  • Proven leadership and people management experience
  • Previous experience in a Financial Controller or similar senior finance role
  • Strong understanding of financial controls, reporting, and accounting processes
  • Experience overseeing payroll, payments, and month-end procedures
  • Excellent analytical and numerical skills
  • Strong IT skills including Excel and finance systems
  • Commercially minded with the ability to support operational teams and drive performance improvements

What we offer

  • Employee Life Cover (2x your salary)
  • Employee Assistance Programme (unlimited 24/7 remote GP appointments)
  • Complimentary access to Spa and swimming pools
  • 50% off Spa Treatments
  • Complimentary use of gym and wellbeing classes
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Complimentary staff meal
  • 30% discount on shops (estate and online) with free delivery
  • Complimentary garden membership for The Newt and partner gardens (Eden Project, Kew Gardens, The Lost Gardens of Heligan)
  • Newt Awards colleague recognition programme (including complimentary Hotel Stay)
  • Discounted hotel stays for staff
  • 30% discount at restaurants
  • Regular team engagement activities (Fun Squad events)
  • Up to 30 days annual leave
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