Financial Controller

Morson Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK organisation is seeking a Group Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting and control functions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in finance leadership, a strong technical foundation, and the ability to drive transformation. This hybrid role offers an annual salary up to £75,000 plus excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a senior finance leadership role.
• Deep expertise in financial reporting, controls, and technical accounting.
• Strong knowledge of defined benefit pension schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement across the financial control function.
• Oversee month-end close and compliance with accounting standards.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Build trusted relationships with external stakeholders.
• Inspire and develop your team to deliver excellence.

Skills

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Process improvement

Automation

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Group Financial Controller

Location: Hybrid - 1-2 days per week in Manchester

Salary: upto £75,000 + excellent benefits

About the Role

A leading UK organisation is seeking an accomplished Group Financial Controller to lead its financial reporting and control functions. This is a pivotal role shaping how the organisation manages, transforms, and future-proofs its finances.

It's an exciting opportunity for a technically strong, commercially minded, and people-focused finance leader who's ready to drive transformation and make a real impact.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll oversee all aspects of financial accounting, statutory reporting, and compliance, while leading a high-performing team. You'll strengthen financial controls, champion automation and digital transformation, and deliver meaningful insight to enhance decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement across the financial control function, driving efficiency through automation, digital tools, and process optimisation.
• Oversee month-end close, statutory accounts, and compliance with accounting, tax, and audit standards.
• Deliver accurate, timely financial reporting and provide insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Build trusted relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, advisers, and regulators.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure sound financial decisions and long-term sustainability.
• Maintain robust internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Inspire, coach, and develop your team to deliver excellence and foster a culture of learning, accountability, and innovation.

About You

You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with extensive experience leading financial accounting or transactional teams. You'll bring a strong technical foundation, commercial awareness, and a proven track record of delivering successful transformation projects.

Essential experience:

• At least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role
• Deep expertise in financial reporting, controls, and technical accounting
• Experience implementing process improvements, automation, or new systems
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills
• Knowledge of defined benefit pension schemes

Desirable:

• Experience in the health, social care, or not-for-profit sector