Divisional Finance Controller

Premier Technical Services Group Ltd (PTSG); Castleford; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Salary-sacrifice pension

24/7 online GP service

Vivup employee discount platform

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Premier Technical Services Group Ltd (PTSG) is seeking a Divisional Financial Controller to own the divisional P&L and Balance Sheet, leading the month-end close and ensuring accurate reporting to support strategic decisions across Castleford and Manchester.

Reporting to the Divisional Finance Director, you will develop a high-performing finance team, drive governance, implement improvements and collaborate with Group Accounting, Reporting and FP&A to deliver insightful, automation-driven

Qualifications

• Clear ability to assimilate and summarise information.
• Understanding of cash flow and working capital management.
• Strong background in financial control and technical accounting.
• Qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, or equivalent.
• Proven ability to lead month-end and financial reporting cycles.
• Confidence to challenge judgements and influence senior stakeholders.
• Ability to identify poor processes and drive improvements.
• Strong leadership and people-development skills.
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach.
• Focus on accuracy, governance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end month-end close.
• Review trial balances, journals and Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Review performance against budget and the previous month.
• Oversee revenue, WIP and direct-cost accruals.
• Produce the divisional results pack and supporting commentary.
• Ensure Group accounting policies, controls and reporting standards are followed.
• Provide guidance on revenue recognition, provisions and other accounting judgements.
• Work closely with General Accounting, Group Reporting and the FP&A Centre of Excellence.
• Manage and develop a team of Gross Margin Accountants.
• Improve reporting through automation, AI and advanced analytics.

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Divisional Financial Controller

Salary: up to £80,000 + benefits, depending on experience

Location - Castleford & Manchester

PTSG is continuing to grow, and we are strengthening our divisional finance structure with the appointment of several Divisional Financial Controllers.

This is a senior and highly visible position, responsible for the accuracy and integrity of a division’s financial results. Reporting to the Divisional Finance Director, you will lead the month-end process, maintain strong financial controls and provide the clear, reliable information needed to support commercial decision-making.

The role

You will take ownership of the divisional P&L and Balance Sheet, ensuring financial information is complete, accurate and delivered on time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the end-to-end month-end close

• Reviewing trial balances, journals and Balance Sheet reconciliations

• Reviewing performance against budget and the previous month

• Overseeing revenue, WIP and direct-cost accruals

• Producing the divisional results pack and supporting commentary

• Ensuring Group accounting policies, controls and reporting standards are followed

• Providing clear guidance to the business on revenue recognition, provisions and other accounting judgements, ensuring acceptable treatment

• Working closely with General Accounting, Group Reporting and the FP&A Centre of Excellence

• Managing and developing a team of Gross Margin Accountants

• Improving reporting through automation, AI and advanced analytics

What we’re looking for

We are looking for an established finance professional with:

• A clear ability to assimilate and summarise information

• Clear understanding of the importance of cash flow and working capital management

• A strong background in financial control and technical accounting

• A professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, or equivalent

• A proven ability to lead month-end and financial reporting cycles

• The confidence to challenge financial judgements and influence senior stakeholders

• The ability and confidence to identify poor processes and drive improvements

• Strong leadership and people-development skills

• Clear communication and a collaborative approach

• A focus on accuracy, governance and continuous improvement

Why join PTSG?

This is an opportunity to take on a key finance leadership role within a large, growing and acquisitive organisation. You will work closely with senior divisional and Group leaders, shape how financial information is delivered and help develop a more efficient, insight-led finance function.

Benefits include:

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

• Life assurance

• Salary-sacrifice pension

• 24/7 online GP service

• Vivup employee discount platform

• Career development opportunities across the Group

About PTSG

PTSG Group is a leading provider of specialist services across the UK and Europe. Our five divisions deliver services across Access & Safety, Electrical Services, Building Access, Fire Solutions and Water Treatment.

With approximately 4,000 specialists supporting more than 90,000 customers across 200,000 buildings, we are committed to delivering safe, compliant and high-quality services. Our aim is simple: to be a great place to work and a great company to do business with.

Armed Forces Covenant

PTSG Group is proud to support the Armed Forces community and has formally signed the UK Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the valuable skills that service leavers, veterans, reservists and military families bring to the workplace.

We guarantee an interview to ex-Forces applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and are committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel in building long-term civilian careers across our business.

Equal Opportunities

PTSG Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to promoting diversity, equality and inclusion throughout our recruitment process and across the wider business.

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