Divisional Finance Controller - Lead Financial Control

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

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