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Group Financial Controller
Job Posted: 19 minutes ago
Salary: £ 70,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Norfolk
Expire in: a month
Job Description
I am working on behalf of a high-growth, technology-led business to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller. Reporting directly to the CFO, this established leadership role is critical to ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight, while supporting the company's ongoing growth in the UK and internationally. Based in South Norfolk with the option of hybrid working.
The Role
As Group Financial Controller, you will:
Lead all group financial reporting: oversee statutory accounts, consolidations, monthly management accounts, board packs, and ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS.
Maintain strong governance and controls: act as the main contact for external auditors, deliver smooth year-end audits, and manage tax, VAT, and HMRC obligations.
Drive financial planning: lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, variance analysis, KPIs, and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
Manage cash and treasury: own cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, working capital optimisation, and banking relationships.
Support strategy and growth: partner with the CFO and CEO on business planning, corporate transactions, fundraising, and investor relations.
Partner with the business: work with operations, sales, and engineering to drive cost efficiency, support bid pricing, and improve inventory management.
Enhance systems and processes: develop ERP and financial systems, automate reporting where possible, and embed best-in-class practices.
Lead and develop the finance team: manage, mentor, and build capability within the team.
Provide international support: advise on multi-currency transactions, trade finance, and cross-border operations.
Candidate Profile
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Strong knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS and group consolidations
Strong cash and working capital management skills.
Experienced with ERP systems and advanced in Microsoft Excel, with a track record of driving process efficiency and automation.
Knowledge of R&D tax credits and grant funding processes.
Demonstrable experience in listed or private equity-backed environments. M&A exposure advantageous.
Commercially credible, with the ability to influence C-suite, boards, investors, and external advisors.
Able to thrive in a fast-changing SME environment, balancing detail with strategic input.
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-looking, innovation-driven business at a key stage of its growth. The role offers genuine influence at board level, a broad remit across operations and strategy, and strong progression opportunities.
A highly competitive package is on offer, including salary, performance bonus, pension, private healthcare, and potential share optionsBefore You Apply
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