Group Financial Controller in Liverpool

Group Financial Controller at Liberty

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Location: Knowsley

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Contract: Full-time, 12-15 month FTC role

Are you an experienced finance leader ready to make a significant impact? Liberty Group seek a Group Financial Controller to take charge of our finance, payroll, and processing functions, leading a team of 25 professionals. This is a pivotal role where you’ll ensure robust financial governance, accurate reporting and drive strategic improvements across the group

Your Role:

Lead the group finance, payroll, and processing teams, fostering a culture of excellence and compliance

Oversee monthly financial close processes, ensuring accurate consolidated balance sheets and management accounts

Govern balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong valuation processes for all accounts

Harmonise accounting policies across Liberty Group and align with Wates Property Services

Manage intercompany consolidation, annual audits, and statutory accounts production

Ensure compliance with all business taxes (VAT, CIS, IR35, PAYE, etc.) and make key tax-related decisions

Oversee payroll and processing functions for timely and accurate operations

Drive key business improvement projects, including system implementations and transitions

Manage treasury functions and support transactions related projects

What we need from you:

Qualified ICAEW or ACCA Accountant with at least 8 years post-qualification experience

Proven track record of leading sizeable finance teams

Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards, tax compliance, and financial controls

Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software

Exceptional decision making abilities and a proactive approach to problem solving

Why Liberty?

We’re a diverse, supportive team with a focus on personal development, wellbeing, and making a real difference in the communities we serve. Liberty offers you a chance to work with the best in the industry and continuously improve your skills while enjoying a rewarding career.

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Click “Apply” below to join Liberty as a Group Financial Controller. We look forward to hearing from you!

Closing Date: 11th February 2026 (We may close early due to high demand)