Group Financial Controller

Weekbeforenext Design; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking technology organization in Manchester. They are seeking a Group Financial Controller to elevate their finance team during a period of significant growth and expansion. This role offers the chance to shape financial strategies and drive performance metrics while collaborating with senior stakeholders. With a competitive salary and a flexible working environment, this position is ideal for a qualified accountant eager to make a substantial impact in a dynamic setting. Join a team that values innovation and strategic insight!

Benefits

25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays

6% matched pension

Personal and company performance bonus

Training and development budget

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong financial analysis skills.
• Experience in managing budgets and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and capital investment appraisals.
• Support CFO in budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Develop cost strategies and manage pricing standards.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Budget Management

Cost Modelling

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Otto James Consulting is exclusively supporting a Manchester-based technology organisation as they look to increase their senior finance talent by recruiting a Group Financial Controller to sit within their new commercial structure.

With 2024/2025 revenue spikes, acquisitions across Europe, and the opening of new UK offices, the organisation aims for double-digit year-on-year growth and plans for an additional capital raise. This is an exciting period for the company, which is at the forefront of its field.

Due to growth and investment, there is an immediate need to add senior Financial Controller talent. The current finance team is high-performing; however, the organisation seeks best-in-class talent who can collaborate with the c-suite and contribute strategically.

The Role

The successful candidate will join an effective team but will be tasked with elevating the team to the next level. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant seeking significant career growth and the opportunity to shape a division and organization on an upward trajectory.

You will lead reporting on capital investment appraisals, including pre- and post-investment analysis. Building dashboards to monitor KPIs and key performance metrics will support weekly, monthly, and annual reporting, accompanied by insightful commentary.

Supporting stakeholders across the organization is key. The role requires a commercially minded accountant with strong communication skills to challenge and support business strategy through financial analysis, market data, and trends. Managing division forecasts, budgets, KPIs, and balance sheet reviews will be central to understanding the company's real-time position.

Other Areas for Development

• Preparation of financial board packs and presentations
• Supporting the CFO and Finance Director in annual budgeting and reforecasting processes for P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and KPIs
• Maintaining a robust financial control environment with effective risk mitigation and continuous process improvement

Cost Modelling

• Creating and owning cost and price models to support business decisions
• Providing consultancy advice within the business as needed
• Representing the cost and pricing team in supporting pitches

Pricing

• Producing all prices and supporting audit processes
• Implementing and maintaining pricing standards and disciplines
• Acting as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding costs and prices, ensuring clarity and competitiveness

Cost Management & Reduction

• Establishing cost management and review processes
• Managing margin improvement initiatives and execution

Cost & Price Strategy

• Developing project cost strategies aligned with business planning and targets
• Recommending pricing strategies to sales and operations teams
• Developing business models for profitability and scenario planning

Salary & Benefits

This is an office-based role, with an expectation of three days per week in Manchester City Centre and two days remote if desired.

Salary: c£65,000 to £75,000 basic, plus bonus

• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
• 6% matched pension
• Personal and company performance bonus
• Training and development budget