Group Financial Controller

LHH; Chorley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is hiring a Group Financial Controller in Chorley for a fast-growing, PE-backed technology business. You will own Group reporting, statutory compliance, treasury, and tax coordination across an international group, reporting to the CFO.

The role involves leading audits, consolidations across multiple entities, and driving governance improvements while supporting acquisitions and international growth. Hybrid work with 1–2 office days per week.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting and Group consolidation experience.
• Experience managing audits, statutory reporting, and multi-entity environments.
• Private equity-backed, technology or high-growth business experience would be advantageous.
• Commercially minded, hands-on, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and annual Group reporting and consolidations.
• Prepare statutory accounts and manage the external audit process.
• Oversee intercompany accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Manage Group cash flow, treasury, banking relationships, and covenant reporting.
• Coordinate tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support M&A activity, acquisition integrations, and strategic growth projects.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and governance enhancements.

Skills

Technical accounting

Group consolidation

Audit management

Private equity exposure

Job description

Chorley | Hybrid (1-2 Days Office) | Up to £100,000

A fast-growing, private equity-backed technology business is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to join its leadership team. Reporting to the CFO, you will take ownership of Group reporting, statutory compliance, treasury, tax coordination, and financial controls across an international group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and annual Group reporting and consolidations.
• Prepare statutory accounts and manage the external audit process.
• Oversee intercompany accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Manage Group cash flow, treasury, banking relationships, and covenant reporting.
• Coordinate tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support M&A activity, acquisition integrations, and strategic growth projects.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and governance enhancements.

About You

• Strong technical accounting and Group consolidation experience.
• Experience managing audits, statutory reporting, and multi-entity environments.
• Private equity-backed, technology or high-growth business experience would be advantageous.
• Commercially minded, hands-on, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

Why Apply?

• Salary up to £100,000.
• Flexible hybrid working with 1-2 office days per week.
• High-profile role with direct exposure to the CFO and investors.
• Opportunity to play a key part in acquisitions and international growth.