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Group Financial Controller
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Warrington, Cheshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Group Financial Controller | Warrington | £55,000 - £65,000, 25 days holiday, wide range of discounts and benefits | Business Services and Property
We're looking for an ambitious, experienced and technically strong Group Financial Controller to lead the head office finance function of a successful, growing Business Services and Property group. The group is a privately owned and entrepreneurial SME market leader which has shown strong & resilient performance during recent times, geared to double in turnover in coming years. This is a senior role with significant exposure to the Board and Group senior leadership team, offering the chance to shape processes, enhance reporting, and drive continuous improvement.
The Role
The Group Financial Controller will oversee all aspects of group treasury, payroll, month-end reporting, audit, HMRC compliance, and statutory accounts preparation. Managing a small finance team, you'll ensure timely, accurate reporting while delivering clear insights to support decision-making. You'll also take the lead on technical accounting matters, cashflow forecasting, and board reporting, while driving improvements in systems, processes, and controls.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparing monthly management accounts for central cost departments and group-level reporting across this Business Services and Property company
Leading month-end close, flash reporting, and Board pack production
Managing payroll, CIS returns, VAT submissions, and wider tax compliance
Overseeing annual audit, statutory accounts, and corporation tax computations
Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Group treasury management, payment approvals, and intercompany reconciliations
Supporting acquisitions, due diligence, and other strategic projects
Mentoring and developing the finance teamAbout You
Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) - ideally from a professional practice background
Strong technical accounting knowledge and exceptional attention to detail
Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior leaders
Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Sage desirable
Resilient, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities
Experience within facilities management, construction, or related industries is advantageous
Comfortable operating in complex group structures and in a growing business environmentThis is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to combine hands-on financial control with strategic input at a group level.
Group Financial Controller Package
£55,000 - £65,000, 25 days holiday, wide range of discounts and benefits
Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.
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