Job Title: Financial ControllerLocation: Bury, Greater ManchesterSalary: Negotiable DOE + BenefitsJob Type: Permanent | Full-time or 4-day week (30 hours considered)
Join a Growing Family-Owned Business with Real Long-Term Opportunity
Crown Oil is hiring a Financial Controller to join a newly established entity within our successful, privately owned group. With deep roots in the North West, this is a rare opportunity to shape the financial direction of a new business venture and work closely with the Director and family advisor to support long-term investment strategy.
This hands-on, commercially focused role is perfect for a senior finance professional with SME or owner-managed business experience, ready to step into a key strategic role with genuine progression potential.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead financial control including management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow
* Produce clear and insightful financial reporting and analysis
* Business partner with senior stakeholders to inform decision-making and long-term planning
* Support investment strategy with modelling and scenario analysis
* Ensure compliance with all statutory and financial obligations
* Manage and mentor a small finance team, embedding best practice
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Management Accountant
* Experience in SMEs or owner-managed businesses is highly desirable
* Technically strong with Sage, SAP, or similar systems, and confident in Excel
* Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
* Exposure to family businesses, personal tax, or trusts is a bonus
* Confident communicator and strategic thinker, with strong commercial acumen
What’s On Offer
* Negotiable depending on experience
* Flexibility: 4-day working week (30 hours) considered
* Benefits: Pension scheme and Death in Service cover
* Direct exposure to business owners and senior decision-makers
* Long-term opportunity to grow into a No.1 leadership role
Apply now to join a growing and stable business where you can truly make your mark. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr