Financial Controller

Financial Controller – Greater Manchester and surrounding areas (Part-Time, Self-Employed) Greater Manchester and surrounding areas £35 per Hour | Minimum 2 Days Per Week Onsite Help Ambitious SMEs Grow with Better Financial Leadership Due to our organisation's continued growth we're looking to expand our network of experienced finance professionals to support our growing portfolio of SME clients.

You'll have the opportunity to work with ambitious businesses that genuinely value experienced finance support, while retaining the flexibility and independence that comes with working on a self-employed basis. About the Opportunity As a Financial Controller, you'll work directly with the business owner and senior leadership team, acting as their trusted finance partner.

You'll provide robust financial management while delivering meaningful commercial insights that support growth, profitability, and cash flow. This is a client-facing, self-employed role requiring a minimum commitment of two days per week onsite in Greater Manchester and the surrounding areas to build effective working relationships and provide hands-on support.

There may also be opportunities to work with additional clients as our portfolio continues to grow. What You'll Be Doing Financial Reporting & Commercial Insight Prepare and present monthly management accounts and board packs.

Deliver meaningful KPI reporting and performance analysis. Analyse revenue, margins, profitability, stock performance, and operational costs. Provide commercial recommendations to improve profitability and business performance.

Support leadership teams by translating financial data into practical actions. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management Lead budgeting and annual planning processes. Produce rolling forecasts and scenario planning models.

Develop and maintain detailed cash flow forecasts. Identify risks, opportunities, and key performance drivers. Support strategic planning and investment decisions. Business Partnering Work closely with business owners and senior stakeholders.

Provide financial challenge and support around key business decisions. Assist with growth planning, pricing strategies, profitability reviews, and investment opportunities. Build confidence in financial reporting across the wider business.

Financial Controls & Process Improvement Review and strengthen financial controls and governance. Improve reporting processes and finance systems. Ensure robust controls around purchasing, cash management, sto...

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