Group Financial Controller

Staging It; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Manchester seeks an experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee finance operations across multiple entities. This senior role, pivotal for financial management and compliance, offers a pathway to CFO within 3-5 years. You will lead a finance team, ensure accurate reporting, manage cash flow and tax compliance, and help drive financial efficiency.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in a senior financial role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage annual audits and provide financial analysis for decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Advanced Excel skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Group Financial Controller | Manchester

Based in Manchester, this established and growing business is looking for an experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple entities. This senior role will be key in ensuring robust financial management, reporting, and compliance within a fast-paced environment. This opportunity presents an achievable route to CFO in the next three to five years.

The Role

Working closely with the CFO, you will be responsible for financial reporting, statutory compliance, cashflow management, and tax oversight. You will lead a multi-disciplinary finance team and play a crucial role in driving financial efficiency and accuracy across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Oversee group financial reporting and statutory accounts.
• Ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, including corporation tax, VAT, and payroll taxes.
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Support cashflow forecasting and oversee credit line reconciliations.
• Manage annual audits, working closely with auditors to ensure compliance.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support strategic decision-making.
• Implement and improve financial controls and processes.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following

• ACA or ACCA qualified with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in a senior financial role, ideally within an international or multi-entity organisation.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, tax compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in foreign currency transactions and group consolidations.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills.
  
  

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take on a senior leadership role within a successful and evolving business. The role offers a collaborative working environment, career growth potential, and the chance to influence key financial decisions.

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