Hays Senior Finance is exclusively supporting a rapidly expanding, investor-backed SME in the search for amercially astute and hands-on Financial Controller. This newly created, group-level role offers a unique opportunity for a finance leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and is eager to make a meaningful impact within a business backed by ambitious investors.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Oversee group financial operations across multiple entities
2. Deliver accurate consolidated reporting, cash flow forecasting, and performance analysis
3. Develop and implement group-wide financial policies, controls, andpliance frameworks
4. Partner with senior leadership to drive profitability and cost efficiency
5. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes
6. Manage intepany transactions and group consolidations
7. Support financial transformation initiatives, including system upgrades and automation
8. Mentor and develop a growing finance team
What We’re Looking For:
9. ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
10. Extensive experience in a senior finance role within a multi-entity or group structure
11. Strong understanding of group reporting, consolidation, and intepany transactions
12. Proven leadership in financial controls and team development
13. Experience in fast-growing, investor-led, private equity, or owner-managed businesses
14. Background in Private Equity, Owner-managed and or SME environments, ideally within Manufacturing or consumer markets
15. Excellentmunication skills and the ability to translateplex data into actionable insights
This is a rare opportunity to join a business with serious momentum and play a key role in shaping its financial future. #4711613 - Karly Clark