Financial Controller

I'm currently supporting a rapidly growing £10m turnover business that's looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller to take full ownership of its operational finance function. This is a standout opportunity for someone who wants to lead, shape, and elevate a finance team in a fast-paced, ambitious environment.

Client Details

Rapidly growing £10m turnover SME

Description

• Oversee all day-to-day finance operations
• Produce accurate and timely financial statements and reconciliations
• Lead the full group consolidation process
• Own the month-end and year-end close
• Deliver clear, insightful management reporting, including monthly exec packs and quarterly board reports
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Deliver regular cashflow forecasts and risk commentary
• Partner with department heads to improve financial performance
• Support business growth projects and identify efficiency opportunities
• Manage cost centre reporting and analysis
• Oversee tax filings, regulatory reporting and audit requirements
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, insurers and external partners
• Strengthen internal controls and financial policies
• Lead and develop a team of three finance professionals
• Provide coaching, structure, and continuous improvement
• Adopt a hands-on approach when needed (approvals, payments, credit control, etc.)

Profile

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent)

5+ years' experience in finance, ideally in a group or multi-entity environment

Strong technical reporting, consolidation, budgeting and forecasting experience

Knowledge of UK tax regulations

Hands-on month-end close and cashflow experience

Confident leader with strong communication skills

Proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable in a fast-moving setting

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• Permanent position based on the Wirral
• Opportunities for career growth
• Supportive and professional working environment.