Financial Controller

Financial Controller
Manchester | Hybrid Working | Growing Group Business

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and technically strong Financial Controller to join a growing group business based in Manchester.

This role will take ownership of both internal and external financial reporting, while leading the group consolidation process across multiple entities. Working closely with senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening financial controls, improving reporting processes, and supporting the continued growth of the organisation.

This position would suit a practice-trained ACA or ACCA seeking a broad, commercially focused role within an expanding business environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation process
• Prepare accurate and timely internal management reporting packs
• Manage external financial reporting and statutory accounts preparation
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with external auditors and coordinate year-end audit activities
• Support the development and enhancement of financial controls and reporting processes
• Partner with senior stakeholders across the group to provide financial insight and analysis
• Assist with integration of new entities and ongoing group growth initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting, and controls

Candidate Profile
• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Trained within a Top 10 accountancy practice
• Must have completed at least one financial accounting role outside of practice
• Strong technical accounting and consolidation experience
• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical capabilities
• Experience working within a multi-entity or group structure advantageous
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
• Proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset

What’s on Offer
• Opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding group business
• Broad exposure across group finance and reporting
• Strong progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Hybrid working environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package