Job Description
Financial Controller / Temp to Perm / 75k - 80k / Hybrid / Warrington
As Financial Controller, you will be responsible for leading the financial reporting process, ensuring robust controls, and managing statutory accounts and audits. You'll act as a key partner to the Finance Director and contribute to strategic decision-making through accurate and timely reporting.What's on Offer?
* Salary: £75,000-£80,000 + bonus & benefits
* Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the office)
* Fantastic team culture with real opportunities for progression
* Private healthcare, enhanced pension, and other great perks
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
* Manage and maintain robust financial controls across the business.
* Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.
* Ensure timely and accurate group consolidations and internal reporting packs.
* Lead month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
* Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
* Work with operational teams to drive financial understanding and accountability.
* Drive continuous improvements in processes and systems.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
* Mentor and develop members of the finance team.
Requirements:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager in an FMCG or fast-paced environment.
* Strong understanding of statutory accounting and experience managing audits.
* Proficiency in financial consolidations and reporting.
* Excellent Excel and ERP system skills.
* Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.