Finance Controller
£55,000 to £65,000
Location: Manchester (M15)
Hours: Full time, Office based
Contract: Permanent

I’m delighted to be supporting a rapidly expanding commercial organisation who are entering an exciting new phase of growth, including the opening of their brand?new Manchester head office. They are looking to appoint a Finance Controller who can genuinely influence the direction of the finance function while partnering closely with senior leadership.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and building scalable financial systems as a business grows. The role offers a long term progression pathway, making it an excellent career move for someone who wants to step up and help shape a high performing, modern finance department.

Working closely with the Finance Director, you will play a central role in financial governance, reporting, and ongoing commercial development. This is a hands on position suited to someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and making a meaningful operational impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead month end processes, management accounts, budgeting and forecasting
• Prepare detailed financial reports, models and performance dashboards
• Carry out financial analysis to support commercial and strategic decisions
• Maintain and analyse P&L and balance sheet
• Manage cashflow, reconciliations, payment runs and credit control
• Oversee VAT returns and liaise with payroll providers
• Drive cost saving, efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives

This organisation is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds, and you don’t need experience in every listed area — what matters most is capability, attitude and ambition.

You’ll bring:

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or equivalent
• 3–5 years’ experience in management accounting or financial analysis
• Strong grasp of financial principles, reporting and compliance
• Excellent analytical ability and attention to detail
• Confidence working in a hands on, collaborative environment
• Strong Excel skills; experience with Sage 50 is an advantage
• A proactive, solutions focused mindset with a desire to grow

Why Apply?

• Join a growing, forward thinking business at a pivotal time
• Play a key role in shaping financial processes and strategy
• Clear development pathway mapped out over the next 3–5 years
• Work closely with an experienced and supportive leadership team
• Modern new office space in Manchester

Interested?

If you're an ambitious finance professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact, I’d love to tell you more.

Please contact Ruth today on 07570251230 or email [email protected].

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