Financial Controller - #2087209

Financial Controller

£50,000 – £55,000 | Office-based | Manchester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to join a fast-growing UK SME, backed by a well-established international group.

This is a high-impact, on-site role offering full ownership of the finance function, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to influence business performance as the company continues to scale.

If you’re hands-on, commercially minded, and thrive in a dynamic, project-driven environment, this role offers real autonomy and visibility.

The Role

Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and alignment with group standards. You’ll also lead and develop a small finance team, while acting as the key finance contact on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close, delivering a fully reconciled trial balance for group reporting
• Take full ownership of the balance sheet, including accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets
• Oversee revenue, billing, and receivables, supporting effective cash flow management
• Prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns
• Maintain and improve financial controls in line with group policies
• Partner with operational teams on cost control and financial performance
• Manage, coach, and develop a Finance Administrator
• Act as the local finance lead, supporting audits and group reporting requirements

About You

• AAT Qualified or Part Qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
• Proven experience in a hands-on SME environment
• Strong technical accounting skills, particularly balance sheet control
• Confident working with and influencing senior stakeholders
• Ideally experienced in construction, engineering, services, or project-led sectors
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, office-based role

Why Join?

• £50,000 – £55,000 salary
• Autonomous leadership role with real ownership
• Backed by a stable, global parent group
• Opportunity to shape and scale the finance function
• High visibility and direct impact on business performance

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Management Accountant, Financial Accountant, Company Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Financial Controller or Finance Manager