Group Financial Controller | PE backed business in Antrim

Accounting & Finance# Group Financial Controller | PE backed businessLocation: AntrimSalary: to £90,000 (dependent on experience)Reference: RME34468817 Sign in to save## About the company**RMErecruit** is partnering with a fast-growing business backed by top-tier institutional infrastructure investors to appoint a Group Financial Controller.Reporting directly to the CFO, this high-impact leadership role takes full ownership of the financial control function, driving high-quality investor reporting, day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, statutory compliance, and debt covenant management.## The role* **Institutional Investor & Board Reporting:** Drive a high-speed month-end close (5–7 working days) to deliver data-dense board packs, variance analysis (Actuals vs. Sponsor Model vs. Budget), 13-week rolling cash flow forecasts, and debt covenant tracking.* **Operational Metrics & Exit Readiness:** Track core asset performance metrics (Operational EBITDA per site, yield per tonne, uptime %, ROIC) while maintaining \"data-room ready\" financials for future refinancing or exit events.* **Financial Control & Consolidations:** Lead multi-entity financial consolidations under UK GAAP / FRS 102 (or IFRS), maintain strict internal controls, and manage external audit relationships.* **Treasury & Leadership:** Oversee group liquidity, cash flow, and working capital requirements while managing, mentoring, and developing the core finance team.## The person* **Experience:** Proven track record operating within a Private Equity, infrastructure-backed, or fast-paced corporate environment.* **Core Skills:** Comprehensive expertise in group consolidations, fast-close processes, institutional reporting standards, and cash/treasury management.* **Leadership & Drive:** Demonstrated ability to mentor a team, build clean control frameworks, and engage effectively with C-suite stakeholders and institutional investors.## Qualifications required**Professional Qualification:**Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW / CAI / ICAS or equivalent).## What is offered* **High-Impact Leadership:** Direct oversight of the core finance function, working in tandem with the CFO and sponsor stakeholders.* **Strategic Exposure:** Key involvement in institutional investor relations, covenant management, and exit readiness strategy.* **Growth & Progression:** A senior role in a rapidly scaling business backed by institutional capital. #J-18808-Ljbffr