Financial Controller

Michael Page; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is searching for a Financial Controller in Crewe. You will lead the finance team to ensure accurate reporting and strong financial controls while overseeing M&A activities. The ideal candidate has ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications and over 5 years of experience in finance. This role offers a competitive salary up to £85,000, a 10% bonus, and hybrid working arrangements with three days in the office.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £85,000

10% bonus

25 days annual leave plus additional option

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualified experience in finance.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and statutory accounts.
• Proven experience in M&A accounting and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting.
• Manage statutory accounts and audits.
• Oversee M&A accounting and integration.
• Review P&L performance and identify risks.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

M&A Accounting

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills

Education

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

Job description

Overview

The Financial Controller will lead the finance team, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, and efficient financial operations across a rapidly growing, acquisitive business. They will also oversee M&A integration, provide strategic insights, and support the company's goal to become a market leader.

Client Details

The client is a fast-growing, acquisitive business in the manufacturing sector, targeting multiple acquisitions per year to become a leading industry player.

Description

• Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring high performance and capability.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual).
• Manage statutory accounts, year-end audits, and compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS.
• Oversee M&A accounting, post-acquisition integration, and financial due diligence.
• Review P&L performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support strategic decision-making.
• Maintain and enhance financial controls, policies, and operational processes.
• Manage treasury, cashflow, tax, VAT, and compliance reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting, systems, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with 5+ years post-qualified experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS102, statutory accounts, and audit.
• Experience in M&A accounting, post-acquisition integration, and financial controls.
• Proven leadership and team development experience.
• Analytical, strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, influencing, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic business.

Benefits

• A competitive salary of up to £85,000 + car allowance
• A 10% bonus
• 25 days of annual leave with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
• Hybrid working arrangements, with three days in the Crewe office.