Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Manchester

£85,000 - £95,000

RW are excited to be working in exclusive partnership with a market leading business in the search for their new Financial Controller. Reporting to a high calibre FD and working closely with the board; this is a well-rounded opportunity to oversee FP&A, commercial finance, financial reporting, management accounts and cashflow/treasury within a high-growth international Group.

This newly created role, on the back of significant growth, partners closely with the senior leadership team, providing insight to support strategic decision-making, along with driving improvements to processes, automation, and improving systems to create efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the finance team - 4 direct reports and a wider team of 20+.
• Oversee the budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts (UK GAAP/IFRS).
• Manage audits, statutory compliance, and tax obligations.
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.
• Maintain strong financial controls and improve processes.
• Drive automation and regular projects, including new system implementations.

Skills & Experience

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified.
• Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.
• Proven experience of adding commercial value.
• Strong technical accounting and audit experience.
• Proven people leadership skills.
• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience.
• Commercial, analytical, and confident communicator.

For further details please get in touch with Jonathan Kerr at Robert Walters.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates