Group Financial Controller | Lead Finance & Strategy

Michael Page; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in the manufacturing sector is seeking a highly skilled Group Financial Controller to oversee financial activities and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have professional qualifications in accounting, with a strong focus on financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and leadership of finance teams. This permanent role offers career progression in a collaborative and professional company culture, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience within the manufacturing sector.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a finance team effectively.
• Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Capability to communicate financial insights clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the company's financial planning and analysis processes.
• Ensure accurate preparation and presentation of financial statements and reports.
• Monitor and manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow activities.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Lead and develop the accounting and finance team to achieve business objectives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support strategic decision‑making processes.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Education

ACCA

CIMA

ACA

Job description

A well-established organization in the manufacturing sector is seeking a highly skilled Group Financial Controller to oversee financial activities and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have professional qualifications in accounting, with a strong focus on financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and leadership of finance teams. This permanent role offers career progression in a collaborative and professional company culture, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.