Finance Control Lead: Month-End, Audits & Compliance

MDM Resourcing; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services business based in Manchester is seeking a Financial Control Manager to oversee the financial control function and manage a team of four. The role involves ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and compliance within a regulated environment. Candidates should be fully qualified accountants with strong financial and management accounting experience. The position offers the opportunity to influence systems and processes, providing genuine responsibility and visibility in supporting business growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing month-end and external audits.
• Experience developing teams and mentoring finance professionals.
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Manage VAT returns, PAYE/NI processes, and related statutory reporting.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external audits.

Skills

Strong experience in financial and management accounting

Confident people manager

Strong Excel skills

Detail-oriented with a right first time mindset

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Sage Intacct

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Job description

A professional services business based in Manchester is seeking a Financial Control Manager to oversee the financial control function and manage a team of four. The role involves ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and compliance within a regulated environment. Candidates should be fully qualified accountants with strong financial and management accounting experience. The position offers the opportunity to influence systems and processes, providing genuine responsibility and visibility in supporting business growth.