Group Financial Controller
Based: Preston area (2 days office per week)
Salary: £65k - £80k dependent on experience + bonus + benefits
I am exclusively working with a fast-growing, PE backed business at the forefront of their sector looking for a Group Financial Controller in a brand new role reporting to the CFO. This position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of group finance & the chance to play a key role in a company that continues to expand & evolve across the UK and overseas
Role:
* Lead and oversee all group finance activities across multiple entities, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant reporting.
* Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, consolidating results across subsidiaries and producing statutory and management accounts.
* Coordinate and lead the annual group audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring all audit requirements are met across each entity.
* Oversee group cash management and treasury operations; monitor and forecast cashflow requirements and manage intercompany funding structures.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant tax (corporate, VAT, PAYE) and regulatory obligations across multiple jurisdictions; manage relationships with tax advisors and authorities.
* Strengthen and maintain robust internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard group assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and legislation.
* Provide financial insight and analysis to the Board and senior leadership, supporting decision-making on investments, acquisitions, and group strategy.
* Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
* Act as a key point of contact for banks, auditors, tax advisors, and other external stakeholders, while building strong cross-functional relationships internally.
Experience:
* ACA qualified from a top 10 practice
* 5+ years experience within industry essential
* Strong financial accounting experience required
* Experience of tax, treasury & compliance essential
Please send your CV for immediate consideration