Group Financial Controller

SF Recruitment (Birmingham); West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing group seeks a qualified Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and enhance their finance function. This pivotal role involves reporting, compliance management, and team leadership in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Benefits

Direct mentorship from Finance Director

Competitive salary up to £65,000

Collaborative team culture

Autonomy and visibility in role

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting and tax.
• Excellent communication skills for engagement at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Leading financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Overseeing compliance requirements and financial audits.
• Mentoring a small finance team and managing cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Compliance

Tax Legislation

ERP Systems

Communication

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Group Financial Controller
Coventry | Up to £65,000 | 5 Days On-Site

Are you a hands-on finance professional ready to take the lead in a dynamic, growing business? We're exclusively recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing and engineering group based near Coventry, who are seeking a proactive and detail-driven Group Financial Controller to oversee all day-to-day financial operations across the group.

Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, this is a pivotal role where you'll have full oversight of the finance function, from statutory compliance and financial reporting to cash flow, budgeting, and internal controls. It's a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a strategic yet operational leadership role, with real impact and visibility across the business.

What You'll Be Doing:

Leading monthly and quarterly financial reporting and variance analysis

Driving improvements in processes and systems across the finance function

Overseeing all compliance requirements - from tax and HMRC filings to statutory accounts and audits

Managing the annual budgeting process and supporting commercial decision-making

Taking full responsibility for cash flow forecasting and financial risk management

Mentoring and supporting a small, capable finance team

Acting as the go-to person for project costing, stock takes, R&D documentation, and company secretarial duties

What We're Looking For:

A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with solid post-qualification experience

Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting and tax legislation

A natural leader who thrives on structure, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Experience using ERP systems

Excellent communicator who can confidently engage with all levels of the business

Someone who enjoys being on-site and embedded in day-to-day operations

What's in It for You?

Competitive salary up to £65,000

Full-time on-site role at a modern facility with a collaborative team culture

Direct mentorship from a highly experienced Finance Director

Opportunity to shape and elevate the finance function during an exciting growth phase

Real autonomy, variety, and visibility in your role

Ready to take the reins of a growing finance function and make a real difference?

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.