Group Financial Controller

Pratap Partnership Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Group Financial Controller to join a forward-thinking company in the UK. This interim role involves leading the finance team, overseeing financial accounting, and ensuring compliance while operating in a dynamic environment. With a competitive salary package, this six-month position might lead to a permanent role.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with significant commercial experience, ideally in a group role.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate teams.
• Knowledge of FRS 102 and financial compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Oversee financial accounting and reporting across the Group.
• Manage working capital and cash flow efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Controls

Compliance

Cash Flow Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Chartered Accountant (ACA)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Group Financial Controller to join a thriving, forward-thinking business that continues to grow both organically and through acquisition. This interim position offers a highly varied and hands-on role within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, manage and mentor the finance team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
• Oversee all aspects of financial accounting across the Group to ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant reporting.
• Manage working capital and cash flow, ensuring robust liquidity planning across the Group.
• Administer and oversee Group debt facilities, ensuring the business is appropriately financed to support its strategic goals
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and third-party lenders

To be successful in this role you will be:

• A technically strong, hands-on Chartered Accountant (ACA) with a background in professional practice followed by significant experience in the commercial sector, ideally in a group role
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• In-depth knowledge of FRS 102 and a strong grasp of financial controls and compliance.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, evolving business environment, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Able to build effective cross-functional relationships and influence at all levels.

What’s on Offer:

• A competitive package of circa £90,000 salary or £500/day, depending on experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working
• The chance to make a significant impact in a key role within a growing business.
• The role is offered for six months, with the potential for a permanent appointment (if you are considering permanent roles)

For further details, please contact Nicola Beach