At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a finance team while overseeing management accounts and financial reporting.
- Company: Crown Oil, a dynamic £400m turnover group focused on finance innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for significant career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a growing team where finance drives business success and personal growth.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with strong operational finance experience and team leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 80000 £ per year.
Crown Oil is a £400m turnover, privately owned, multi-entity group continuing to invest in its finance function.
As a result of continued growth and increasing operational complexity, we are looking to appoint an additional Financial Controller to strengthen our finance leadership team.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director and working alongside an established Financial Controller, you will play a key role in leading the finance function.
This is a hands-on leadership position where you will take ownership of a broad operational finance remit, lead your own team and help drive continuous improvement across the business.
This opportunity is ideally suited to someone who enjoys working within a high-volume, operational environment, combining strong financial control with a commercial, hands-on approach.
The Role
You will be responsible for
- Leading, developing, and mentoring a finance team.
- Oversee the production of accurate and timely management accounts.
- Managing month-end and year-end reporting.
- Supporting statutory accounts, audit, and tax processes.
- Cash flow forecasting, stock funding, and liquidity management.
- Strengthening financial controls and driving process improvements.
- Supporting the Finance Director with strategic finance initiatives and ongoing business growth.
About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a strong operational finance background and a hands-on approach.
You will ideally bring
- Previous experience as a Financial Controller
- Experience leading and developing a team of qualified and part-qualified finance professionals.
- Strong management accounting, financial reporting, and financial controls experience.
- Experience within a high-volume, multi-entity operational business.
- An SME mindset-you will be comfortable rolling up your sleeves, taking ownership, and supporting the wider business.
- A collaborative approach with a passion for improving processes and supporting continued growth.
Why Crown Oil?
You will join a business where finance is a genuine commercial partner to the wider organisation, working closely with the Finance Director, Financial Controller, and senior leadership team.
The role has been created to support the continued expansion and increasing complexity of the group, giving you the opportunity to make a significant impact while developing your career within a successful and ambitious business.
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Financial Controller in Bury employer: Crown Oil UK
Crown Oil is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its finance team within a dynamic and expanding environment. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement, employees are empowered to take ownership of their roles while contributing to the company's ambitious goals. The hands-on leadership approach fosters a supportive culture where your contributions directly impact the business's success, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
