Financial Controller

Sowena Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career development

Collaborative working culture

Autonomy and ownership in role

Job summary

A dynamic financial organization based in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead all financial operations. This role is pivotal for the company's growth, requiring a qualified accountant with a proven track record in financial management within a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include financial reporting, compliance, and team leadership, offering a collaborative culture and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented with ability to manage operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial control including reporting and internal controls.
• Deliver accurate monthly management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

5+ years post-qualification experience

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

Base pay range: Provided by Sowena Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Location

Liverpool (hybrid/flexible working)

Reports To

CFO

About the Organisation

A highly successful and rapidly expanding business in Liverpool, with a strong pipeline of projects.

Role Overview

Seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take the lead on all financial operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and play a pivotal role in driving the company’s continued growth and success. This is a standalone role initially, with clear scope for development as the organisation continues to scale, under excellent leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of financial control, including financial reporting, month-end close, balance sheet management, and internal controls.


• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts across multiple entities within the group.


• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including preparation of annual accounts and liaison with external auditors.


• Maintain and improve financial processes and systems to support business growth and complexity.


• Manage cash flow forecasting, working closely with development, construction, and treasury teams to ensure robust liquidity planning.


• Oversee intercompany transactions, group consolidations, and tax compliance (VAT, CIS, Corporation Tax).


• Support budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with the FP&A function.


• Provide financial insight and analysis to support commercial decision-making and project delivery.


• Build and lead a small finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with 5+ years post-qualification experience.


• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.


• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting, month-end close, and compliance within a single-entity or divisional structure.


• Hands-on and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage day-to-day operations while contributing to strategic projects.


• Advanced Excel skills and ability to navigate computer systems and accounting software.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to influence and collaborate across departments.


• Experience managing and developing high-performing finance teams.

What’s On Offer

• A key leadership role within a high-growth business.


• The opportunity to shape and enhance finance operations in line with strategic growth.


• A collaborative, entrepreneurial working culture with real autonomy and ownership.


• Opportunities for career development and long-term progression.