Group Financial Controller

Blair West are supporting a scaling owner managed group with the appointment of a Financial Controller.

Working as part of a small team, the successful candidate will support the Group’s CFO, owning all aspects of month / year end reporting and leading a growing team.

The successful candidate will bring an understanding of the manufacturing sector, alongside finance leadership experience from a group.

The opportunity:

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the group. This may include site visits to the businesses not based at Head Office.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and any other applicable financial reporting standards.
• Review and analyse the financial performance of the group, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Manage the preparation of the group’s budget and forecasts, working closely with business units to ensure alignment with corporate strategy.
• Support the internal payroll function with accurate calculation and processing of the monthly payroll as required.
• Establish and maintain robust internal financial controls and processes to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
• Lead annual audits and liaise with external auditors to ensure timely and successful audits.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics.
• Oversee the management of group cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs and strategic investments.
• Develop and implement strategies for optimising working capital and managing financial risks.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Provide training and support to ensure the finance team maintains high levels of competency and engagement.
• Contribute to the development of the Group’s long-term financial strategy, working with senior leadership to align financial objectives with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, corporate governance standards, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including tax advisors, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Champion the use of financial software systems to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost-saving initiatives within the finance function.

You’ll be the ideal candidate for this position if you have:

• Suitable PQE experience (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial management software (e.g., Microsoft Business Central, NetSuite).
• Previous experience within a group or multi-entity structure is essential.
• Strong experience in financial consolidation, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience in leading financial audits and managing relationships with external advisors.
• Experience with operating and maintaining multi-site and multi-company payroll functions.

Our commitment

Blair West is an equal-opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and inclusion at every stage of the recruitment process. We are committed to fairness, equality, and ongoing diversity training for our team to give our candidates and clients a feeling of belonging during their experience with us. Please speak to their consultant if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during their experience with us.