Group Financial Controller | North West | Hybrid
Strategic leadership role driving financial control, compliance and reporting across a complex, multi-entity group
The Company
A global organisation is seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead the financial control agenda across its UK & Ireland operations. This is a pivotal role within the senior finance team, ensuring robust compliance, reporting and governance across a regulated and dynamic environment.
* Reports into the Finance & IT Director
* Hybrid working with North West base
* Operates in a complex, regulated sector with international reach
The Role
This role provides strategic oversight and operational leadership across core areas of financial control and compliance.
* Responsible for group balance sheet integrity, statutory accounts, tax, pensions and audit
* Ensure compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP, and local regulatory standards
* Lead external stakeholder relationships including auditors, HMRC, banks and pension trustees
* Manage and develop the Financial Accounting team
* Collaborate with global shared services to ensure accurate and timely delivery
* Drive improvements in internal controls, systems and reporting processes
* Partner with the senior leadership team to align finance with group strategy
The Candidate
* ACA/ACCA qualified, ideally with a practice-trained background
* Significant experience in financial control within complex, multi-entity organisations
* Deep knowledge of IFRS, UK GAAP and statutory compliance
* Proven track record of leading audits and managing external stakeholders
* Experienced in SAP and core Microsoft tools
* Strong leadership and communication skills, with a collaborative, proactive approach
An exceptional opportunity for a senior finance professional to shape and lead the group financial control function within a complex, internationally operating organisation.