Financial Controller

ACCA Careers; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the accounting sector is seeking a Financial Controller to join their dynamic finance team. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, managing a team, and playing a key role in strategic projects. Ideal candidates will be ACA or ACCA qualified with strong leadership and technical accounting skills, looking to make a significant impact in a fast-growing business.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension via salary sacrifice

Genuine career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in industry or practice.
• Experience in a Top 10 / Big 4 accountancy firm preferred.
• Strong audit experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a finance team across key functions.
• Deliver timely and accurate management accounts and financial reporting.
• Own the audit process and ensure statutory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Accounting Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Excel Skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

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Are you a qualified accountant looking for your next leadership role in a fast-growing, dynamic business? We are currently seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join a high performing finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior position in a business backed by private equity, where you'll play a key role in shaping financial strategy and leading a team.

Client Details

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Financial Controller will oversee a team, covering management accounts, accounts payable, and credit control. This is a broad and hands-on role involving financial reporting, cashflow forecasting, internal controls, audit management, and business partnering. You'll also be exposed to strategic projects, including system implementations and potential acquisitions.

Description

Lead and manage a finance team across key functions.

Deliver timely and accurate management accounts, board packs, and financial reporting.

Own the audit process and ensure statutory compliance (UK GAAP / FRS102).

Maintain strong financial controls and carry out regular balance sheet reconciliations.

Manage cashflow forecasting and oversee payment processes.

Support department heads in understanding and analysing costs.

Liaise with external advisors on taxation and compliance matters.

Produce group budgets and reforecasts, combining inputs from all departments.

Build and maintain relationships with financial institutions.

Review and oversee payroll processes.

Take a lead role in finance-related strategic projects.

Profile

ACA or ACCA qualified, ideally with a background in a Top 10 / Big 4 accountancy firm.

At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in industry or practice.

Strong technical accounting knowledge and audit experience.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proactive, organised, and comfortable working to deadlines.

Proven leadership skills with experience developing and mentoring teams.

Strong Excel and system skills.

Comfortable working predominantly on-site, with occasional travel to other locations.

Job Offer

Salary in the region of £60,000 to £70,000

Generous holiday allowance

Pension via salary sacrifice

Genuine career development opportunities

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting

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