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Posted:
25.08.2025
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09.10.2025
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Job Description:
Role Summary
We’re looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Financial Control & Reporting Manager to join our Public & Industrial (P&I) Finance team. This role reports directly to the Senior Commercial Finance Manager and will act as the financial controller for the sector — ensuring robust financial governance, accurate reporting, and full compliance with internal and external standards.
You’ll be the go-to expert on financial controls and accounting compliance, working closely with operational finance teams and central functions. Your insights will help shape the integrity of our reporting, support strategic decision-making, and ensure P&I remains aligned with Wincanton’s policies and control frameworks.
This is a high-impact role with visibility across senior leadership, including direct support to the Finance Director in preparing monthly board presentations and consolidating sector-wide results.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the implementation and monitoring of internal controls, audit readiness, and SOX compliance across the P&I sector
* Own and maintain month-end timetables, checklists, and process documentation
* Review and validate month-end journals to ensure accurate financial treatment
* Conduct regular balance sheet reviews with contract finance teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards and Wincanton policies
* Act as the subject matter expert on financial control, coaching teams on best practices and resolving complex accounting issues
* Collaborate with central finance teams to stay ahead of policy changes and drive continuous improvement in reporting and control processes
* Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors (PwC / BDO) during the annual audit cycle
2. Business Reporting
* Support budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting cycles in partnership with the Senior Commercial Finance Manager
* Assist the Finance Director in preparing monthly board decks and submissions to central finance
* Interpret financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and communicate insights to key stakeholders
Skills & Experience
* Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) with relevant experience
* Proven track record in a similar financial control role or similar
* Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and month-end processes
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Proactive, inquisitive, with a passion for challenging teams to drive performance
* Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards
* Experience working under US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley
* Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
* Experience in a contract-based environment or the logistics sector
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
In addition to generous remuneration, company car/allowance, we value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits platform, onsite parking, and more.
Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. We provide significant opportunities for career development, progression, training, and multi-skilling in a dynamic working environment.
Join us and embody our values: Thoughtful, Aiming High, and Prepared.
Our Commitment
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an inclusive environment where colleagues feel supported, valued, and able to be their authentic selves. We are proud of our diverse team and welcome your application.
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