Financial Controller

Michael Page; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm is seeking a Financial Controller in York to lead financial operations and drive performance. This role involves managing a finance team, ensuring compliance, and conducting strategic planning. The ideal candidate will hold a professional accounting qualification and have a strong background in financial reporting. Benefits include a salary ranging from £55,000 to £70,000 and a collaborative company culture.

Benefits

Excellent employee benefits package

Potential for professional growth

Collaborative and supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in financial reporting and management accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance.
• Experience in the technology industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations, maintaining strong accounting controls.
• Deliver accurate management accounts and KPIs each month.
• Lead and develop a small finance team, providing mentorship.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives.

Skills

Financial reporting

Management accounting

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Tools

Financial software and ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Michael Page Finance are supporting a growing client based in York on their search for a Financial Controller to lead all financial operations and drive performance. Being the lead finance role in the business, you'll manage a small finance team, ensure accurate reporting, and partner with senior leaders to support strategic growth. This role offers real influence, variety, and the chance to shape the financial future of a successful, expanding business.

Client Details

Our client is a fast-growing organisation in York that operate within the tech space. The Financial Controller position will be the lead finance figure in the business and have significant visibility and influence on their continued growth leading into 2026.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations, maintaining strong accounting controls, compliance, and timely monthly and annual reporting.
• Deliver accurate management accounts and KPIs each month, ensuring data integrity and actionable insights.
• Lead and develop a small finance team, providing direction, mentorship, and effective performance management.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with overall business strategy and operational goals.
• Manage year-end processes and external audits, preparing statutory accounts and ensuring reporting deadlines are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with group finance, auditors, banks, tax advisors, insurers, and pension providers.
• Support business planning through budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to enable sound decision-making.
• Contribute strategically to business performance by identifying opportunities, managing risks, and enhancing profitability.

Profile

For this role, we're looking for:

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or ACA.
• Proven expertise in financial reporting and management accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance.
• Ability to analyse complex financial data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Experience in the technology industry is advantageous.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from 55,000 to 70,000 per annum
• Hybrid working pattern - typically 3 days in office
• Excellent employee benefits package
• Potential for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive company culture

This is an excellent chance to advance your career as a Financial Controller in York. If you meet the criteria, we encourage you to apply today.