Financial Controller

Wirral Permanent View Job Description
I'm currently supporting a rapidly growing £10m turnover business that's looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller to take full ownership of its operational finance function. This is a standout opportunity for someone who wants to lead, shape, and elevate a finance team in a fast‑paced, ambitious environment.
  • New role
  • Grow with an ambitious, forward‑thinking business

About Our Client

Rapidly growing £10m turnover SME

Job Description

  • Oversee all day‑to‑day finance operations
  • Produce accurate and timely financial statements and reconciliations
  • Lead the full group consolidation process
  • Own the month‑end and year‑end close
  • Deliver clear, insightful management reporting, including monthly exec packs and quarterly board reports
  • Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles
  • Deliver regular cashflow forecasts and risk commentary
  • Partner with department heads to improve financial performance
  • Support business growth projects and identify efficiency opportunities
  • Manage cost centre reporting and analysis
  • Oversee tax filings, regulatory reporting and audit requirements
  • Manage relationships with auditors, banks, insurers and external partners
  • Strengthen internal controls and financial policies
  • Lead and develop a team of three finance professionals
  • Provide coaching, structure, and continuous improvement
  • Adopt a hands‑on approach when needed (approvals, payments, credit control, etc.)



The Successful Applicant

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent)

5+ years' experience in finance, ideally in a group or multi‑entity environment

Strong technical reporting, consolidation, budgeting and forecasting experience

Knowledge of UK tax regulations

Hands‑on month‑end close and cashflow experience

Confident leader with strong communication skills

Proactive, solutions‑focused and comfortable in a fast‑moving setting

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Permanent position based on the Wirral
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Supportive and professional working environment.



Contact
Nicola Jones
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6956597
Phone number
+44 151 255 3758

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Wirral
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nicola Jones
Consultant phone
+44 151 255 3758
Job reference
JN-022026-6956597