Group Financial Controller

Whatsoninleeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognized distribution company in Leeds seeks a Group Financial Controller to lead the finance function. This role entails overseeing financial operations, driving process improvements, and supporting strategic decisions within a growing organization with ambitious plans.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a growing SME or multi-entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function across all group entities.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and compliance.
• Drive process improvements and implement scalable systems.

Skills

Strong systems and process improvement background

Hands-on and adaptable with a commercial mindset

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

Jackson Hogg

Posted today

Full Job Description

Are you a commercially-minded finance leader ready to drive changeand performance across a growing group?

We’re workingexclusively with a national distribution business headquartered inLeeds, currently scaling with group revenues approaching £10m. Withambitious plans for growth and operational improvement, the company isinvesting in leadership to take the business to the next level.

As Group Financial Controller , you’ll report directlyto the Managing Director and take full ownership of the financefunction. You’ll play a critical role in strengthening financialcontrol, improving systems, and supporting strategic decision-makingacross the group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the finance function across all groupentities
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting,forecasting and compliance
• Drive process improvements andimplement scalable systems
• Provide commercial insight tosupport strategic decisions
• Manage cashflow, risk, andgroup-wide financial governance

What We’re LookingFor:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Proven experience in a growing SME or multi-entity environment
• Strong systems and process improvement background
• Hands-on and adaptable with a commercial mindset

Thisis a values-driven, fast-paced business with a strong leadership teamand a clear growth agenda. Ideal for someone looking to step into atrue number one finance role with group-level oversight.

Apply today or reach out to Owen Brown at Jackson Hogg for aconfidential discussion.