Job Description
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Group Finance Controller to join a growing, multi-site organisation undergoing significant transformation and investment. This is a high-impact role focused on strengthening internal controls, driving improved financial reporting, and supporting strategic initiatives across the Group.
Client Details
This is a pivotal role responsible for leading financial operations across multiple divisions and group companies, ensuring robust financial control, insightful reporting, and the continued development of a high-performing finance team.
Description
You will work closely with site finance teams, the Executive Management Team, and the Group Finance Director, taking ownership of consolidated reporting, systems improvements, and group-wide financial governance. With operations expanding into Europe, the role also offers exposure to international finance activities.
Key ResponsibilitiesInternal Systems & Controls
* Enhance and document internal processes and financial controls across the Group.
* Review application and compliance of controls at site level (internal audit-style).
* Develop and monitor improvement plans with site teams to strengthen financial discipline.
Monthly Reporting
* Lead detailed month-end reviews for each site.
* Prepare consolidated financial statements for the Group.
* Support monthly finance reviews with the Executive Management Team.
* Manage monthly intercompany reconciliations and ensure timely adjustments.
Analysis & Performance Improvement
* Provide detailed ad-hoc profitability and performance analysis.
* Proactively identify and support EBITDA and cashflow improvement opportunities.
Accounting & Systems Support
* Act as a subject-matter expert for accounting and ERP systems, supporting site finance managers.
* Assist with ongoing rollout and optimisation of Business Central ERP.
Budgeting
* Work with site finance managers to prepare and present annual budgets.
* Lead the consolidation of Group budgets.
Projects & Strategic Support
* Collaborate with finance and IT teams to deliver system and process improvements.
* Support Group Finance Director with refinancing, M&A activities, and business integration work.
* Contribute to finance activities relating to Group expansion into Belgium.
Profile
* Self-motivated, pragmatic and collaborative.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and guide finance teams across the Group - including in challenging environments.
* Comfortable working with ERPs (knowledge of Business Central is an advantage).
* Willing to undertake regular travel across the UK and occasional travel within Europe.
Qualifications & Experience
* Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Significant post-qualification experience in financial control roles outside of practice.
* Strong technical expertise across financial reporting standards (particularly FRS102) and relevant tax requirements (VAT, PAYE/NI, CIS).
* Experience managing and improving finance systems and advanced user of Excel.
Job Offer
* The opportunity to shape financial operations across a broad and growing group.
* A supportive and collaborative culture where continuous improvement is encouraged.
* Varied work with exposure to multiple business units and senior leadership.
* Travel across the UK and occasional European visits as part of a group-wide remit.