Group Financial Controller

Company

• A recently incorporated buy-build group in the Managed IT Services market
• Led by senior execs who have exited for 9 figures previously in adjacent markets
• Receiving the ongoing support of private equity/high-net-worth individuals - this is a company fast tracked towards a defined growth journey and with frequent M&A around the country
• Based in the North West, with the Head Office in South Manchester, the group consists of 5 subsidiary companies including 3 trading companies and with headcount of c60. Expecting to be c90 by year-end

Role

• This is a new role created to augment the newly created central finance function, which is lead by a CFO (to whom this role will report directly) who has previously been instrumental in the high-growth of a similar business held up as market standard in the industry.
• The Group Finance Controller is a key finance leadership role responsible for ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to support strategic decision-making and drive performance across the Group.
• The role plays a critical part in supporting the company’s ambitious growth plans, including organic expansion and an active M&A strategy.
• This is a hands-on and forward-looking role, ideal for a commercially aware and technically strong finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, acquisitive environment and is motivated by the opportunity to make a significant impact during a transformative phase of business growth.

Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Reporting
• Day to day responsibility for smooth running of the Finance department across the Group.
• Responsible for the consolidated group financial statements in line with UK GAAP.
• Provide commentary and analysis with the monthly management accounts for the Group.
• Integration planning to facilitate consistent Group reporting.
• Business partnering with relevant managers within the company to provide financial support and analysis.
• Improve and develop financial processes, information and value-add across the business.
• Providing information and services to the board as required.
• Make strategy recommendations based on financials.
• Cashflow Management & Reporting
• Maintain and enhance group-wide cashflow forecasting to ensure accurate and timely visibility of liquidity.
• Monitor and manage short-term and long-term cashflow and covenant requirements, providing early warnings of potential challenges.
• Optimise working capital management across the Group in line with covenants in place, including management of debtors, creditors and WIP.
• Prepare cashflow reports, highlighting variances, trends and actionable insights.
• Active treasury management to optimise the cash balances within the Group.
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Co-ordinate the preparation of the annual Group budgets, working with other members of the SLT team.
• Partner with members of the SLT team to align financial objectives with operational goals.
• Prepare rolling 3-month forecasts and reforecasts of budget where required.
• Financial Control
• Ensure effective internal controls are maintained and enhanced as the group expands.
• Monthly balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations.
• Identify and realise synergies within the acquired businesses.
• Manage statutory compliance, including audits, tax filings and any regulatory reporting.
• Recommend methods and strategies for cost control.
• Payroll
• Oversight on payroll processes across the group, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Team Leadership
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing Finance team across the Group.
• Provide development opportunities to enhance skills and capabilities within the team to support succession planning.

Requirements

• 5 years prior experience of Finance Management, preferably within a Group structure.
• ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to financial data.
• Ability to identify financial risks and implement solutions.
• Works effectively under pressure, especially in fast-paced or acquisitive environments.
• Ability to manage and mentor finance teams across multiple locations.
• Experience in handling financial transformation and process optimisations.
• Strong communication skills to interact with all levels of the business.

Package

• £55-80k salary, dependent on experience, plus a discretionary bonus.
• Potential opportunity to participate in the company’s EMI share option scheme, subject to eligibility.
• 25 days holiday plus an extra day for your birthday.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Company sick pay.
• Health cash plan.
• Pension scheme.
• Death in service cover.
• Paid social events.