Head of Finance Oldham area - Hybrid Salary up to £100k + 20% bonus + excellent benefits Whitaker Smith are partnering with a rapidly growing international services business to recruit a Head of Finance for UK and EMEA regions. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a dynamic, global organisation undergoing significant growth, international expansion and continual process improvement. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll take ownership of the accounting, financial reporting and treasury function across multiple international entities, whilst leading a talented finance team and partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the business. Role: Full ownership of finance across 5 countries (circa £25m), leading a finance function while supporting strategic business growth Overseeing all finances including financial reporting, FP&A and treasury activities Managing a finance team across the UK and in-country (7 staff), developing & mentoring Owning the budgeting and forecasting process alongside monthly management reporting Presenting financial performance and key insights to the executive leadership team. Managing statutory reporting, external audits and regulatory compliance across multiple entities Driving improvements across financial controls, reporting processes and operational efficiencies within a bespoke system Working closely with international finance teams to ensure consistency and best practice. Supporting acquisitions, business integration projects and wider strategic initiatives as the company continues to expand Identifying opportunities to automate, simplify and strengthen existing finance processes Acting as the senior finance lead for the region, partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders Experience: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with experience in a growing SME/group environment Proven leadership experience essential Multi-entity / international experience beneficial but not essential Strong technical accounting knowledge together with commercial acumen. Experience improving finance processes and implementing more efficient ways of working. Excellent communication skills with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders globally. Experience within a PE environment beneficial Please send your CV for immediate consideration!
Jul 14, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance Oldham area - Hybrid Salary up to £100k + 20% bonus + excellent benefits Whitaker Smith are partnering with a rapidly growing international services business to recruit a Head of Finance for UK and EMEA regions. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a dynamic, global organisation undergoing significant growth, international expansion and continual process improvement. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll take ownership of the accounting, financial reporting and treasury function across multiple international entities, whilst leading a talented finance team and partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the business. Role: Full ownership of finance across 5 countries (circa £25m), leading a finance function while supporting strategic business growth Overseeing all finances including financial reporting, FP&A and treasury activities Managing a finance team across the UK and in-country (7 staff), developing & mentoring Owning the budgeting and forecasting process alongside monthly management reporting Presenting financial performance and key insights to the executive leadership team. Managing statutory reporting, external audits and regulatory compliance across multiple entities Driving improvements across financial controls, reporting processes and operational efficiencies within a bespoke system Working closely with international finance teams to ensure consistency and best practice. Supporting acquisitions, business integration projects and wider strategic initiatives as the company continues to expand Identifying opportunities to automate, simplify and strengthen existing finance processes Acting as the senior finance lead for the region, partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders Experience: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with experience in a growing SME/group environment Proven leadership experience essential Multi-entity / international experience beneficial but not essential Strong technical accounting knowledge together with commercial acumen. Experience improving finance processes and implementing more efficient ways of working. Excellent communication skills with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders globally. Experience within a PE environment beneficial Please send your CV for immediate consideration!
WHITAKER SMITH RECRUITMENT LTD
Preston, Lancashire
Financial Controller Location: Preston (Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus + Benefits + progression Are you a qualified finance professional looking for a role that combines hands-on financial control with genuine influence across a growing organisation? Our client is a leading services business operating across multiple locations throughout the UK & now seeking an ambitious Financial Controller to join their finance team in a brand new role. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller or a high-performing Finance Manager / Senior Management Accountant ready to take the next step in their career. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of accurate financial reporting, robust controls, operational excellence, and commercial insight across a rapidly expanding business. Role: Leading a small finance team delivering day to day financial operations Lead the month-end process, ensuring accurate and timely production of management accounts Prepare journals, reconciliations and financial reports across multiple business entities Oversee financial controls, balance sheet integrity and working capital management Produce insightful financial analysis and performance reporting for senior leadership Support budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management activities Deliver meaningful P&L commentary and identify opportunities for performance improvement Manage, mentor and develop members of the finance team Drive finance process improvements and operational efficiencies Support year-end audit activities and statutory reporting requirements Assist with strategic projects, board reporting and commercial initiatives Partner with operational leaders across a multi-site environment to support decision making Experience: CIMA or ACCA qualified - essential Multi-site experience highly beneficial Experience working in a growing business (£80m +) Strong technical accounting ability with commercial awareness, leadership skills and a proactive mindset. Experience producing management accounts within a fast-paced organisation Strong financial control and month-end reporting expertise Previous experience managing or mentoring finance staff Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Please send your CV for immediate consideration!
Jul 14, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Location: Preston (Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus + Benefits + progression Are you a qualified finance professional looking for a role that combines hands-on financial control with genuine influence across a growing organisation? Our client is a leading services business operating across multiple locations throughout the UK & now seeking an ambitious Financial Controller to join their finance team in a brand new role. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller or a high-performing Finance Manager / Senior Management Accountant ready to take the next step in their career. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of accurate financial reporting, robust controls, operational excellence, and commercial insight across a rapidly expanding business. Role: Leading a small finance team delivering day to day financial operations Lead the month-end process, ensuring accurate and timely production of management accounts Prepare journals, reconciliations and financial reports across multiple business entities Oversee financial controls, balance sheet integrity and working capital management Produce insightful financial analysis and performance reporting for senior leadership Support budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management activities Deliver meaningful P&L commentary and identify opportunities for performance improvement Manage, mentor and develop members of the finance team Drive finance process improvements and operational efficiencies Support year-end audit activities and statutory reporting requirements Assist with strategic projects, board reporting and commercial initiatives Partner with operational leaders across a multi-site environment to support decision making Experience: CIMA or ACCA qualified - essential Multi-site experience highly beneficial Experience working in a growing business (£80m +) Strong technical accounting ability with commercial awareness, leadership skills and a proactive mindset. Experience producing management accounts within a fast-paced organisation Strong financial control and month-end reporting expertise Previous experience managing or mentoring finance staff Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Please send your CV for immediate consideration!
