Financial Controller

Weekbeforenext Design; Manchester; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Divisional Financial Controller to work in Manchester. This role involves spearheading financial insights and supporting M&A activities. The successful candidate should be ACA, CIMA, or ACCA qualified and possess strong analytical skills. Salary ranges from £81,000 to £95,000 plus generous benefits including 25 days holiday, training budget, and home working options.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays

Pension (6% matched)

Personal and company performance bonus

Training & development budget

Monthly wellness budget

Qualifications

• Must be ACA, CIMA, or ACCA qualified.
• Proven experience in providing commercial and strategic support.
• Demonstrated ability to manage financial reporting and accounts.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead commercial insight and support across the area.
• Manage and coordinate reporting processes for the group.
• Drive M&A activity from financial due diligence to post-deal integration.

Skills

Strategic financial planning

Data analytics

M&A activity management

Financial due diligence

Education

Qualified ACA, CIMA or ACCA

Job description

Overview

Otto James Consulting is retained in a search and selection process, with one of our longstanding tech partners, as we look to recruit a newly created position of Divisional Financial Controller.

Our partner is an international Tech.org with operations across Europe, Asia and North America, and a Head Office stationed in Manchester City Center.

A fast paced, AIM listed, acquisitive, £175million turnover organisation with a growing footprint across the .com sector. Our client is entering a new phase of accelerated growth, driven by both organic performance and a robust M&A pipeline. With strong private backing and a clear strategy, 2025 has been a stellar year and 2026 looks to another of double-digit growth.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you will spearhead commercial insight and support across your area. You will work directly with the CFO to drive M&A activity from financial due diligence to post-deal integration and performance.

Key Deliverables

• Manage and coordinate reporting processes for the group to meet agreed deadlines including: statutory accounts, monthly flash result, monthly management accounts, cost control, profit forecasts
• Develop value-add MI that provides insight on business performance - increase the level of data analytics in the group to support on decision making and financial plans/ forecasts
• Manage the month end closure process working across the business and the Head of Commercial. Including - journals for sales rebates & internal recharge, payroll, TBs to general ledger, corporation tax
• Prepare and review management reports to ensure accurate formatting, meaningful budget and prior year comparisons, appropriate financial provisions, sensible cost apportionment, and clear, insightful commentary for decision-making.
• Ensure statutory accounts are produced in accordance with all legal, accounting & auditing standards
• Ensure adequate provision is made for stock, bad debts, credit notes, rebates and any other relevant provisions
• Drive strategic process including 3 year plans, budgets and forecasts
• Ensure suitable accounting systems are in place and participate in the development and selection of new systems
• Ensure corporation tax computations are prepared accurately and VAT is accounted for. Assist and participate in R&D Tax credits claim process
• Provide succinct and relevant commentary through analysis to highlight any risks / opportunities to senior stakeholders

Your Profile

Applicants must be qualified ACA, CIMA or ACCA and be able to demonstrate how they have provided commercial and strategic support to an organization.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional who is looking to take a real next step in their career and growth through their development path. The role will have a mentor who will help you to make strategic growth and commercial development.

Salary & Benefits

Our client is looking at c£81,000 to £95,000 basic salary plus

• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension (6% matched)
• Home Working 2 to 3 days
• Personal and company performance bonus
• Training & development budget
• Monthly wellness budget