Job Description Financial Controller / St Helens / Salary £70,000 - £75,000 + benefits Accountable Recruitment are supporting a well-established, privately owned business in the search for a Financial Controller to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join a diverse multi-entity business in a highly visible leadership role. Working closely with the Managing Director and business owner, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, commercial insight and financial control across the group. With established systems and processes in place, the focus of the role will be on strengthening reporting, supporting decision-making and ensuring finance adds genuine value across the organisation. As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the group's finance function, leading reporting activities across multiple entities while partnering closely with operational stakeholders. This role will suit someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment, can effectively challenge and influence senior stakeholders, and is passionate about using financial information to drive business performance. Prepare weekly financial and operational performance reports Produce monthly management accounts across multiple entities Deliver consolidated group reporting and analysis Conduct cost, margin and profitability analysis Oversee month-end processes, reconciliations and financial controls Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning activities Provide commercial insight and recommendations to senior leadership Drive accountability and financial discipline across the wider business We are seeking a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience operating within a multi-company environment. You will have a strong technical accounting background combined with the commercial awareness and communication skills required to influence stakeholders across the business. Experience within construction, engineering, logistics or other project-based environments would be highly advantageous. Most importantly, you will be a proactive and commercially minded finance leader who can build relationships, challenge where appropriate, and provide meaningful insight that helps drive operational and financial performance.
Finance Controller - Banking in St. Helens employer: Accountable Recruitment
Join a well-established and expanding accountancy practice in Chorley, where you will have the opportunity to take ownership of your clients and manage a diverse portfolio. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth, offering continuous development opportunities and a collaborative environment that values your contributions. With competitive benefits and a commitment to employee well-being, we are dedicated to making your career both meaningful and rewarding.
