Financial Controller

US Network; Leyland; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial planning firm in Leyland is looking for a Financial Controller to lead financial operations and strategic planning. This role includes delivering management information, overseeing compliance, and enhancing financial processes within a collaborative and supportive environment, with a strong focus on growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

26 days holiday

Company pension

Private health insurance after probation

Death in service cover

Income protection cover up to 75% of salary

Competitive bonus structure

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role.
• Experience in leading finance teams and reporting to board level.
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and accurate management information and accounts.
• Oversee financial compliance and regulatory obligations.
• Develop cash flow forecasting and lead annual budgeting cycles.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Compliance

Cash Flow Forecasting

Cost Management

Strategic Financial Planning

Job description

Are you a strategic finance professional with leadership experience, ready to drive growth in a purpose-driven business?

About The Business

We're proud to be recruiting on behalf of a dynamic and growing financial planning firm committed to making financial advice more accessible and client-focused. They're now looking for a Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in supporting their continued growth and operational excellence.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance professional with leadership experience, who is confident working closely with the board and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving business.

The Role - Financial Controller

As the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of delivering timely and accurate weekly and monthly management information and accounts. You will oversee financial compliance, ensuring all regulatory obligations are met while identifying opportunities to streamline and enhance current processes. A key part of this role is developing and refining cash flow forecasting and treasury procedures, as well as leading the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles, including project-level cash flow projections.

You will also be responsible for preparing year-end statutory accounts, basic corporation tax computations, and managing VAT, PAYE, and other routine tax returns. This position requires someone who has experience leading a finance team and is confident reporting directly to the board of directors. You will lead regular monthly board meetings, presenting key financial insights and recommendations. The role plays a critical part in supporting the company's growth and evolution, with a strong focus on cost management and strategic financial planning.

The Benefits

The business is committed to creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our team. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Hybrid working model. Office-based collaboration is encouraged, particularly during onboarding and early days in role.
• 26 days holiday, including:
• 22 days annual leave
• 3 additional days over the Christmas period
• Your birthday off
• Company pension
• Private health insurance provided after probation
• Death in service cover
• Income protection cover up to 75% of salary
• Competitive bonus structure