Financial Controller

IPS Finance; Marsh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a commercially focused Financial Controller for a mid-sized organization in Huddersfield. The role involves leading financial forecasting and planning, managing year-end audits, and overseeing day-to-day financial operations. Candidates should have strong Excel skills and technical accounting expertise, either as a qualified accountant or qualified by experience. Competitive salary between £60,000 and £80,000.

Qualifications

• Proficient in financial forecasting and planning.
• Experience managing year-end audit processes.
• Ability to oversee financial operations with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial forecasting and planning, including modeling scenarios.
• Manage and support the year-end audit process.
• Provide guidance and development to a qualified accountant.
• Ensure accurate reporting and operational efficiency.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Technical accounting expertise

Commercial outlook

Education

Qualified accountant or equivalent experience

Job description

A commercially focused Financial Controller is required at short notice to join a business in Huddersfield. Following a departmental restructuring, the business is seeking an experienced finance professional to provide oversight and support across key areas of the finance function. This is a hands‑on role with a mix of commercially focused responsibilities and technical accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial forecasting and planning, including financial modelling for various scenarios
• Manage and support the year‑end audit process
• Line‑manages a qualified accountant, providing guidance and development
• Oversee day‑to‑day financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting and operational efficiency

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will combine technical accounting expertise with a strong commercial outlook. Strong Excel skills and the ability to hit the ground running in a mid‑sized organization are essential.

This position could suit either a qualified accountant, or someone qualified by experience. It offers the opportunity to step into a pivotal role with immediate impact in a growing business.

About Us

IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long‑term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.