At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial reporting and budgeting for a well-known leisure/retail business.
- Company: Established Merseyside company with a friendly, collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension contributions, 25 days holiday, and hybrid working.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on financial decision-making.
- Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with relevant industry experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 80000 £ per year.
Financial Controller opportunity with a well-established, highly regarded, and well-known Merseyside business operating in the Leisure/Retail sector.
Reporting directly to the CEO, managing a Financial Accountant, and working alongside a Finance Manager who is responsible for the management accounts team, your remit will include:
- Leading the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual group financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
- Consolidation of financial results for all subsidiaries and business units.
- Timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders, external auditors, shareholders, lenders and other regulatory bodies.
- Playing a key role in the Group's budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Ensuring compliance with all UK tax regulations and accounting standards.
- Working with the Group's external tax advisors to comply with UK CT tax filing obligations.
- Managing the relationship with external auditors and overseeing the annual audit process.
- Ongoing development of internal financial controls to meet business demands.
- Overseeing the Group's cash flow, working capital, and liquidity position to ensure financial stability.
- Managing relationships with banks and other financial institutions.
- Working as a key financial advisor to senior leadership, providing recommendations to support decision-making.
Our client is ideally looking for a practice trained, ACA or ACCA qualified Financial Controller/Senior level Financial Accountant, but they will also consider CIMA finance professionals who have worked in a similar profile role covering the financial/technical accounting areas outlined above.
Practice trained professionals who have already gained industry experience are preferred, although first‑time movers may also be considered depending on experience.
A salary of £70-80k is complimented with benefits including pension (Contributions matched up to 8%), 25 days holiday, Hybrid working (3 days Office : 2 days Home) and on-site parking.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an impressive, well-established business and a friendly, collaborative down‑to‑earth team in a hands‑on Financial Controller role.
Applicants must have full and indefinite eligibility to work in the UK (through being a UK citizen or having gained ILR) and should live within a sensible commute of Liverpool.
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Financial Controller employer: Palatine Talent
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding business services group in Warrington, where your expertise as a Strategic CFO will be pivotal in shaping our financial future. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and professional growth, offering you the opportunity to influence key decisions at the board level while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to excellence, this role not only promises a rewarding career but also the chance to make a significant impact across our six UK subsidiaries.
