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Michael Page are delighted to be partnering with a growing client in Harrogate on the search for a Group Financial Controller to lead on all financial controls within the business. This is a hands-on role, working closely with the CFO to deliver tangible results and oversee five key business areas. The role suits commercially-focused, qualified candidates with proven ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
Our client is a highly reputable organisation based in Harrogate. They offer a professional and structured environment, focusing on delivering cutting-edge services and solutions for their customers along with conditions centred to promote development and progression for its employees.
Description
The Group Financial Controller will play a critical leadership role at the heart of a business's finance function. Acting as the CFO's right hand person, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and ensuring the business meets all regulatory and compliance requirements. But beyond the numbers, it's a commercially focused role - providing strategic insight, driving operational efficiency, and supporting decision-making at the highest level. Additional responsibilities will include;
* Lead the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate financial reporting (P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow).
* Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
* Manage and develop the finance team across accounts payable, receivable, and management accounting functions.
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, providing analysis to support strategic decision-making.
* Coordinate statutory reporting, tax compliance, and liaise with auditors during the year-end audit process.
* Monitor cash flow and working capital, manage banking relationships, and drive continuous improvements in financial processes.
Profile
For this Group Financial Controller role based in Harrogate, we're looking for:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CPA).
* Proven leadership of high-performing accounting teams.
* Strong background in statutory reporting and financial consolidations.
* Hands-on experience building or enhancing financial control environments.
* Clear communicator, confident with stakeholders at all levels, including non-finance leadership.
* A balance of strategic thinking and roll-up-your-sleeves execution
Job Offer
Salary up to £95,000 + c.10% Bonus + Hybrid working pattern (2-3 days on-site per week) + Great office space + Wider package
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Data Infrastructure and Analytics
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