Financial Controller – European Operations

Rotheram Carrington Recruitment Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Financial Controller to manage the European finance function of a rapidly growing international business in Cheshire. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with at least five years in a senior role, adept at consolidating accounts and financial reporting. The job offers a salary of £70,000 – £80,000 per annum plus bonus, with a hybrid working option. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's growth plans in Europe.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent benefits package

Hybrid working available (2 days WFH)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior finance role.
• Experience in a stockholding business and knowledge of standard costing preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of consolidated monthly management accounts.
• Manage the 12-week cash flow forecasting process (multi-currency).
• Prepare year-end audit files and statutory schedules.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)

Strong background in preparing consolidated accounts

Excellent Excel skills

Confident communicator

Logical and methodical approach

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Rotheram Carrington Financial Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a highly successful, rapidly expanding international business based in Cheshire, to recruit a Financial Controller for their European Operations with an on-target turnover of over £100m. A highly acquisitive business growing exponentially.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and technically minded finance professional to take ownership of the European finance function for a growing, multi-entity organisation. You will play a key role in the Statutory Reporting across multiple European countries. Have a very good understanding of VAT returns across several jurisdictions. You’ll be an integral part of the financial set-up and integration for pending acquisitions, ensuring a seamless transition and alignment with group standards, and someone who can support the business in laying the financial foundations for scalable growth. You’ll be a key bridge between the UK team, European operations, and group leadership, producing consolidated management accounts, strategic financial planning, and process improvements across the region. The role will also oversee a small transactional team and work closely with senior stakeholders to support decision-making at all levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the production of consolidated monthly management accounts

• Analyse overheads vs budget and re-forecast, identifying opportunities for cost savings

• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations across multiple entities

• Manage the 12-week cash flow forecasting process (multi-currency)

• Prepare year-end audit files and statutory schedules in line with group templates

• Support the budgeting and forecasting process for European territories

• Manage timely submission of EU VAT returns and support tax compliance

• Work with internal departments and Directors to provide meaningful financial insight and reports

• Drive the development of improved financial reporting tools and processes

• Manage and mentor the transactional finance team

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior finance role

• Strong background in preparing consolidated accounts

• Excellent Excel skills and good working knowledge of ERP systems

• Experience in a stockholding business and knowledge of standard costing preferred

• Confident communicator able to present financial information clearly to non-finance professionals

• Logical, methodical, and proactive approach with strong commercial awareness

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with senior stakeholders

• A hands-on team player who leads by example and supports team development

The Package:

• Salary £70,000 – £80,000 per annum plus bonus

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Excellent benefits package

• Hybrid working available (2 days WFH)

• There is no travel required, perhaps one visit to their Ireland site

• Opportunity to shape the finance function of a growing international business

This is a rare opportunity to make a real impact in a business with ambitious growth plans across Europe. If you’re looking for your next step in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact Rotheram Carrington Financial Recruitment.