Group Financial Controller

Broster Buchanan are delighted to have been retained by a highly acquisitive Private Equity backed organisation to recruit a Group Financial Controller, on a permanent basis.
 
Based at their HQ in Northampton, the Group Financial Controller (GFC) will play a crucial role in overseeing and enhancing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting and control.

Reporting directly to the FD, the GFC will be responsible for maintaining financial controls, cash flow management, and compliance.

A step change in internal processes, systems and rigor is required, and the GFC will work closely with the FD to implement the necessary improvements, creating a solid platform for future growth.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Control:

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring financial accuracy and integrity.
• Manage and improve internal financial controls across the Group.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and liaise with external auditors.
• Develop and maintain Group-wide accounting policies and procedures.

Management Accounting & Analysis:

• Provide financial analysis and reports to support decision-making across the business.
• Monitor and report on financial performance, highlighting key variances and risks.
• Support the FD and CFO with financial modelling and business case preparation.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:

• Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring appropriate funding for operations.
• Develop and implement working capital strategies to optimise cash efficiency.
• Oversee treasury operations.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to financial regulations, tax laws, and internal policies.
• Implement and maintain robust financial risk management procedures.

Process & System Improvement:

• Drive efficiency improvements within the finance function.
• Support the ongoing development and optimisation of financial systems.
• Assist in finance process automation to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Develop more junior team members to foster a high-performance culture.
• Provide coaching and support to team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

The successful Candidate is likely to to be an Audit Trained ACA or ACCA Qualified, who is looking for a second move post practice. They will possess exceptional financial reporting, controls and analytical experience, as well as proven leadership qualities.
Candidates will be highly proficient with financial software and ERP systems, and they will have a strong background in financial process improvement and automation.
Any experience of operating in a PE backed business would be a distinct advantage.
 
Our Client is offering a Salary of £75,000 - £85,000 + Benefits