At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and governance while supporting the CEO and board.
- Company: Join Pierce Group, a leading independent firm of business advisors.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days holiday, hybrid working, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with regular social events and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing firm with endless opportunities.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA qualified with strong communication and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 33750 - 41250 £ per year.
Pierce Group is a leading PE-backed, operationally independent firm of business advisors supporting owner managed businesses. Based in Blackburn, Bolton and Bury in addition to a Manchester serviced office, the firm’s core client base of owner managed businesses resides in East Lancashire but extends throughout the UK and Internationally. Being operationally independent best places us to understand, advise and support owner managers on a myriad of business issues, in the fields of compliance, business specific and tax consultancy, corporate finance and its forensic practice. We work in partnership with many other professional services across the Northwest, bringing a trusted full suite of support to clients.
The Finance Controller is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, performance, and governance of the practice. Working closely with the CEO, board and leadership team, the Financial Controller provides strategic financial insight to support growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability of the firm. The role combines hands-on financial leadership with commercial advisory, ensuring the practice operates efficiently, meets regulatory requirements, and makes informed business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Business Partner to CEO – providing insight, recommendations and action where required to support the CEO in BAU activities
- Be the finance representative at the monthly site partner meetings (and a regular presence around the sites at other times)
- Communicate finance activities to the wider Partner team with appropriate style
- Lead the Finance team and support their performance and development
- Own the reporting function – monthly management accounts with associated MI, quarterly reforecasting, annual budgeting
- Effect change where appropriate – improve WIP/Debt management for example
- Lead M&A locally (with support from One Point) – Due Diligence, Integration
- Involvement in systems implementation/continuous improvement across all finance system/process adoption
- Provide commercial support to the Group
- Identify risks and mitigation strategies
- Monitor the market and business risks
- Set and measure the Group’s KPIs
Tasks
- Review and present monthly Board Pack (initial reconstruction to level-up the information included within)
- Update and distribute flash report WD4
- Update and own WIP, Utilisation and Fee analysis to distribute to Partners
- Own the monthly reforecast model (in conjunction with One Point FP&A)
- Manage Loan notes
Technical Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Applications including Excel, Word, Outlook and Adobe PDF
- Proficient in cloud package Xero
- ACA/ACCA qualified
Soft Skills
- Excellent written and oral communication
- High level of personal integrity and honesty
- Ability to work both independently on own initiative, and as part of a team
- Excellent organisational skills
- Attention to detail
- Confidentiality
- Ability to project and resource manage
- Undertaking training and development relevant to the role
Why Join Pierce?
Pierce is a fantastic place to work and continues to grow. With growth comes tremendous opportunities. We are excited to see what the future holds developing our business and our people. As a leading operationally independent practice we have unparalleled opportunities to push the right candidates through the business.
- A well-established firm – over 95 years
- A growing and forward-thinking firm
Key Benefits
- Pension with salary sacrifice option – helping you save for your future.
- 33 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays – time out to focus on what's important to you.
- Hybrid working – we all work in different ways, and we give you flexibility to manage where and when you work.
- Employee referral bonus - we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team.
- Varied learning & development opportunities - continuous development for your professional qualifications and career aspirations.
- Simplyhealth – helping you take care of your health and wellbeing.
- YOLO Wellbeing - unique, sensory experience leaving staff feeling relaxed, refreshed and more focused.
- Electric car scheme and onsite electric charging – enabling staff to own a new electric car for less and charge for free at work.
- Cycle2Work scheme – enabling staff to purchase a new bike for less.
- Free independent mortgage advice – supporting you at any point on the property ladder, find the best deal for you.
- Regular social events – time away from work to have fun with team socials and firmwide events.
- Client referral scheme – we offer generous financial rewards for helping Pierce to grow our new client portfolio.
Finance Controller in Blackburn employer: Pierce
Pierce Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Blackburn that fosters professional growth and development. With over 95 years of experience, the firm provides its employees with a wealth of opportunities, including hybrid working arrangements, extensive learning and development programmes, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing. The supportive culture and commitment to innovation make Pierce an ideal place for finance professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.
