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My client is a service business based in the Alderley Edge area. Due to the growth of the business the now require a Financial Controller/Finance Manager. The successful person will be responsible for managing the financial operations of the group, ensuring accurate reporting, robust financial controls, and strategic financial planning. This role requires a hands-on approach to financial management, working closely with operational teams to drive profitability, cash flow efficiency, and compliance.
Reporting to the CFO duties will include:
- Oversee and support the preparation of monthly management accounts for each business unit and consolidated group accounts.
- Lead the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy in revenue recognition, cost allocation, and accruals.
- Conduct variance analysis against budgets and provide actionable insights to management.
- Maintain a strong general ledger structure, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions and reconciliations.
- Develop and oversee annual budgets and rolling financial forecasts for each business unit.
- Work with operational teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and margin improvements.
- Monitor and report on KPIs, cash flow, and working capital, ensuring proactive management.
- Support the CFO in strategic planning, investment decisions, and acquisitions.
- Oversee cash flow forecasting, ensuring the group has adequate liquidity for operations and growth.
- Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and PAYE.
- Implement and maintain financial controls to prevent errors, fraud, and inefficiencies.
- Improve financial reporting automation and efficiency, optimizing accounting software and ERP systems.
- Lead the implementation of new processes, policies, and best practices across the group.
The right candidate for the role will be
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Strong experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
- Experience with SME businesses
- Previous experience in a multi-entity business, ideally within engineering, manufacturing, or construction. However, Service businesses will be considered
- Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g. Odoo, Sage, SAP, NetSuite, Xero).
- Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, tax compliance, and financial regulations.
- Ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic insights to non-financial stakeholders.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Knowledge of job costing, WIP accounting, and project-based financial reporting.
In return an excellent package is offered with this role along with hybrid working
