Financial Controller

Financial Controller Location: Leeds / York Salary: Up to £80,000 + benefits Contract: Full-time, permanent Working pattern: Predominantly office-based, with some hybrid flexibility The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, commercially minded Financial Controller to join a growing, private equity-backed, multi-site business operating within the automotive services sector.

This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function within an established business, working closely with the Finance Director, Managing Director and wider operational leadership team.

The business is experiencing significant growth and is part of a larger, acquisitive group. As Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening financial controls, improving reporting processes and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial information.

This is a hands-on role offering genuine commercial exposure and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities * Take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the Finance Director and senior leadership team. * Lead the production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cashflow reporting. * Drive an effective month-end close process, ensuring financial information is accurate, complete and delivered to deadlines. * Provide meaningful financial analysis and commercial commentary to support business decision-making. * Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes. * Oversee cashflow forecasting and working capital management, including debtor days, creditor terms, stock and capital expenditure. * Manage statutory accounts preparation and external audit processes. * Review and strengthen financial controls, processes and reporting procedures. * Identify financial risks, discrepancies and opportunities for improvement. * Lead, manage and develop the finance team, including transactional finance colleagues. * Work collaboratively with Group Finance on reporting requirements, systems alignment and wider finance initiatives. * Support the Finance Director with commercial analysis and financial insight.

About You We are keen to speak with qualified finance professionals who have the technical expertise and commercial awareness to take ownership of a finance function. You will ideally have: * ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification. * Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance management position. * Experience within a multi-site or multi-entity business. * Exposure to private equity-backed environments and associated reporting requirements. * Strong te...

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