Group Financial Controller

COREcruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to provide financial support and guidance. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and relevant qualifications. Responsibilities include ownership of management reporting, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The role also involves leading a small team and fostering a culture of accountability. This opportunity offers a chance to impact strategic business decisions and drive financial success.

Qualifications

• Strong multi-site, multi-entity experience.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced and growing environment.
• Previous experience in implementing day-to-day financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Own management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Turn raw numbers into simple insights for stakeholders.
• Lead balance sheet integrity and ensure reliable cash flow forecasting.
• Own month-end close and statutory reporting.
• Lead external relationships with clear communication.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Lead a small team and develop their capabilities.
• Foster a culture of ownership and accountability.

Skills

Financial acumen

Analytical mindset

Reporting skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

ACA, CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW qualification

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented Financial Controller to join this well-established team and continue to provide outstanding financial support and success to our client’s operations.

To be considered for this role, you will need to have strong financial acumen, be analytical in mindset, have strong reporting skills, and be a fully qualified, chartered accountant.

The prime objective of the role is to provide financial reporting and forecasting, and to influence and challenge business decisions to maximise business profit.

Responsibilities

• Own management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting — ensuring absolute clarity on performance across business units.
• Turn raw numbers into simple insights — helping non-finance stakeholders make smart decisions.
• Lead balance sheet integrity and ensure cash flow forecasting is reliable and actionable.
• Own month‑end close, statutory reporting, and financial control activities — all with speed, accuracy, and compliance.
• Lead external relationships with a calm hand and clear comms.
• Ensure all financial operations meet legal, regulatory, and group standards.
• Lead a small team of finance pros — setting standards, developing capability, and making this a great place to grow.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, curiosity and hustle.

The ideal candidate

• ACA, CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW qualification.
• Strong multi-site, multi-entity experience.
• Excellent communication skills with people at all levels in the organisation.
• Previous experience working in a fast‑paced and growing environment.
• Previous experience in implementing day‑to‑day financial controls.
• Previous experience in a management reporting and financial controls‑based role.