Financial Controller (Strategic Growth Role)
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 per annum + excellent benefits
Location: Office-based in Bolton
Are you a commercially driven, forward-thinking finance leader looking to make a real impact in a growing business?
We are seeking a dynamic, strategic Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function and play a key role in scaling an ambitious organisation. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role offers significant influence, autonomy, and long-term progression potential.
The Role
You will act as the financial backbone and strategic partner to the business—combining hands-on financial control with forward-looking insight to support growth, performance, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Take the lead on delivering meaningful monthly financial insights, going beyond the numbers to provide clear commentary and recommendations that drive decision-making
Own the year-end cycle, ensuring a smooth and efficient process while maintaining strong relationships with auditors and external stakeholders
Maintain confidence in the numbers by overseeing robust reconciliations and controls, quickly identifying and resolving inconsistencies
Partner with leadership to shape budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans, adapting as the business evolves
Translate financial data into clear, actionable reporting for senior stakeholders, helping to steer strategic direction
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of core financial data, including asset tracking, journal postings, and ledger management
Oversee day-to-day finance operations, ensuring efficient transactional processes and strong governance across payables, receivables, and cash
Support and develop a small team, creating a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve systems, supporting scalability as the business grows
Play a central role in modernising finance systems, contributing to implementation, optimisation, and user adoption
Act as a trusted contact for external bodies, ensuring compliance and professionalism in all financial matters
Continuously review and enhance financial controls and risk management practices
Contribute to scenario planning and commercial analysis, supporting key business decisions and investment opportunities
Get involved in project-based work and strategic initiatives, adding value beyond traditional finance responsibilities
About You
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with strong post-qualified experience
Background in a Financial Controller or senior finance role, ideally within a growing SME
Commercially aware with a strategic mindset and hands-on approach
Experience improving processes, systems, and controls in a dynamic environment
Confident communicator, able to influence and challenge at senior level
Motivated by growth, change, and the opportunity to shape a finance function
Benefits
25 days holiday + statutory + 2 additional company days
Discretionary profit share bonus
Attendance bonus
Private healthcare, cash plan & life insurance
Generous sick pay scheme
Pension with enhanced employer contributions
Training and development support
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee wellbeing support (24/7 GP access, mental health services)
Fully funded company social events
Long service awards & employee ideas scheme
The Opportunity
This is a standout opportunity for a Financial Controller who wants more than just a “number-crunching” role. You’ll be instrumental in shaping the future of the business, building scalable finance operations, and supporting an ambitious growth trajectory.
Apply now to be part of something genuinely exciting.
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