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Financial Controller

Belinda Roberts Ltd

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A leading service business based in Manchester is seeking a Financial Controller for an initial 6-month role, with responsibilities including financial operations management, reporting, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with hands-on experience in financial management and reporting, who can lead teams and ensure compliance with UK regulations.

Qualifications

  • Qualified Accountant with relevant certifications.
  • Strong experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee preparation of monthly management accounts.
  • Lead financial close process ensuring accuracy in financial transactions.
  • Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Financial Reporting
Budgeting
Cash Flow Management
Leadership

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

ERP/accounting systems (e.g. Sage, SAP, NetSuite, Xero)

Job description

My client is a service business based in the Manchester City Centre area. Due to the growth of the business and various projects there is now requirement for a Financial Controller. This role will be on an initial 6 months but could be longer . The successful person will be responsible for managing the financial operations of the group, ensuring accurate reporting, robust financial controls, and strategic financial planning. This role requires a hands-on approach to financial management, working closely with operational teams to drive profitability, cash flow efficiency, and compliance.

Reporting To The Group FC Duties Will Include

  • Oversee and support the preparation of monthly management accounts for various business units.
  • Lead the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy in revenue recognition, cost allocation, and accruals.
  • Conduct variance analysis against budgets and provide actionable insights to management.
  • Maintain a strong general ledger structure, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions and reconciliations.
  • Develop and oversee annual budgets and rolling financial forecasts for each business unit.
  • Work with operational teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and margin improvements.
  • Monitor and report on KPIs, cash flow, and working capital, ensuring proactive management.
  • Support the CFO in strategic planning, investment decisions, and acquisitions.
  • Oversee cash flow forecasting, ensuring the group has adequate liquidity for operations and growth.
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and PAYE.
  • Implement and maintain financial controls to prevent errors, fraud, and inefficiencies.
  • Improve financial reporting automation and efficiency, optimizing accounting software and ERP systems.
  • Lead the implementation of new processes, policies, and best practices across the group.

The right candidate for the role will be

  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Strong experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g.Sage, SAP, NetSuite, Xero).
  • Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, tax compliance, and financial regulations.
  • Ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic insights to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Knowledge of job costing, WIP accounting, and project-based financial reporting.

In return an excellent package is offered with this role along with hybrid working.
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