Hybrid Financial Controller - Lead Finance & Forecasting

Napthens LLP; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Preston is seeking a Financial Controller to drive financial operations, leading a small team while ensuring accurate reporting and governance. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with hands-on experience in finance. You will oversee Accounts Payable, cash management, and produce financial reports for senior leaders. This role offers hybrid working and the chance to impact financial excellence within the firm.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a hands‑on financial role.
• Solid UK accounting knowledge (VAT, PAYE, statutory requirements).
• Experience managing and developing finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of monthly management accounts.
• Manage the Accounts Payable function ensuring accuracy.
• Support rolling forecasts, budgeting, and annual business planning.

Skills

Financial reporting

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Anaplan

Job description

A leading legal firm in Preston is seeking a Financial Controller to drive financial operations, leading a small team while ensuring accurate reporting and governance. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with hands-on experience in finance. You will oversee Accounts Payable, cash management, and produce financial reports for senior leaders. This role offers hybrid working and the chance to impact financial excellence within the firm.