We're working with a well-established, growing service-sector business headquartered in Manchester. The business has grown steadily, and its finance function now needs a Financial Controller to bring structure, control and clear commercial insight. You'll own the whole financial control environment in a hands-on role. You'll run month-end and statutory reporting, and you'll also have a real voice in how the business plans and performs. It suits someone who's as comfortable rolling their sleeves up as they are presenting to the leadership team. What's on offer: A salary of up to £90,000, depending on experience Hybrid working, with 2 days a week in the Manchester office and the rest from home Annual discretionary bonus Parking including for the office days 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays Private healthcare A modern city-centre office, a collaborative and supportive culture, and a business that invests in its people What you'll be doing:
Leading month-end and year-end close and producing accurate, timely management accounts Owning the statutory accounts and managing the external audit from start to finish Running the annual budget and reforecasts, with variance analysis that drives decisions Managing cash flow, working capital and banking relationships Making sure financial controls, processes and policies are robust and scalable Overseeing VAT, corporation tax and other compliance, working with external advisors Leading, developing and motivating the finance team Partnering with operational leaders to give clear, commercial insight on performance and profitability Driving process improvement and getting the most out of finance systems What we are looking for? A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior Finance Manager, ideally in a service-led or multi-site business Previous experience in Financial Services would be advantageous Strong technical accounting knowledge and a track record of delivering statutory accounts and audits Experience leading and developing a finance team A commercial mindset, with the confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (experience with [system] is a bonus) A hands-on, organised approach, with the drive to improve how things are done This is a chance to take real ownership of a finance function in a growing Manchester business, with the flexibility of hybrid working and a salary to match. For a private and confidential conversation about this role, please contact Joanne Sizer at ALF Recruit.
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Financial Controller in Bolton employer: Alf Recruit Limited
Join a well-established, values-led organisation that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As an Interim HR Advisor working from home in Burnley, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and innovation, alongside competitive remuneration and opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic team. This role offers the unique advantage of flexibility while contributing to meaningful employee relations initiatives.
