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Financial Controller

Michael Page (UK)

Bury

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller at a rapidly growing Private Equity backed business. This role involves managing a key business unit, preparing detailed financial reports, and supporting strategic decision-making alongside senior leadership. With a turnover of around £80 million, the company is in its second round of investment, providing a dynamic environment for financial professionals. You will play a crucial role in driving value creation through effective business partnering and financial analysis, contributing directly to the company's growth and success. If you're looking for a challenging role with significant progression opportunities, this is the perfect fit.

Qualifications

  • Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with experience as Financial Controller or Finance Manager.
  • Strong financial analysis and management accounts preparation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the largest business unit and a small team within it.
  • Prepare monthly management accounts and support budgeting processes.

Skills

Financial Analysis
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent

Job description

  • A newly created Financial Controller role to support further growth
  • Exciting business in their 2nd round of PE investment

About Our Client

My client is a circa £80 million turnover Private Equity backed business that has grown significantly over the last few years, both organically and more recently through acquisition. They are in their 2nd round of PE investment, having been acquired by their current owners 3 years ago. You will work closely alongside their high calibre Head of Finance and CFO as well as the wider SLT.

Job Description

  • Responsible for the largest business unit within the group and manage a small team within this business unit
  • Support business partnering with operational and commercial areas of the business to aid value creation
  • Prepare analysis and reports for the board and SLT to demonstrate business performance
  • Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, working to deadlines and other supporting information
  • Support the Head of Finance with the group board pack by contributing insights from analysis
  • Report a 13-week forecast on a weekly basis for consolidation into the Group
  • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
  • Ensure that sales and margin forecasts are accurately maintained
  • Take responsibility for the budgeting and forecasting process for the business unit
  • Liaise with the auditors to support the annual audit

The Successful Applicant

  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent
  • Previous experience operating as a Financial Controller or at Finance Manager level
  • Experience working within a contracting/service organisation is advantageous
  • Strong financial analysis experience and the ability to present data
  • Experience preparing management accounts and financial forecasts
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail

What's on Offer

A competitive salary, as well as an opportunity to work in a high growth business with a genuine chance of progression.

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