Job Description
Financial Controller - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Package: £100K-£110K + Bonus & Benefits
Yorkshire (Hybrid)
We are seeking a Financial Controller to join a leading large business on a 12 month fixed-term contract (with potential for extension). This senior finance role provides oversight across multiple functions.
Key Responsibilities
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* Lead and manage all aspects of financial reporting, ensuring compliance with IFRS and delivering accurate, transparent outputs.
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* Oversee external reporting processes and statutory accounts, including coordination of external audits to Group timelines.
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* Deliver of Group External Financial Statements
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* Act as a trusted business partner to stakeholders across Operations, Commercial, and Central Functions.
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* Provide technical accounting advice to support strategic decision-making.
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* Drive improvements in internal controls and maintain a strong control environment.
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* Manage balance sheet risks and opportunities, focusing on working capital and cash flow.
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* Prepare Board-level outputs for significant accounting judgements and key deliverables.
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* Oversee statutory cash flow processes and period-end reporting packs.
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* Support ad-hoc projects and initiatives as required.
Skills & Experience
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* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
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* Proven experience in external reporting, financial accounting, and audit processes.
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* Background in Big 4 or large, complex organisations preferred.
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* Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and internal controls.
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* Familiarity with large ERP systems.
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* Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
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* Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to deputise for the Financial Controller.
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* Experience managing large finance teams.