Group Financial Controller

Group Financial Controller

Cheltenham

£80,000 - £90,000 plus bonus

Group FC opportunity for an ambitious and acquisitive Cheltenham business. Our client has grown significantly in recent years and is looking to bring in an experienced qualified accountant to lead the financial stewardship of the Group. As a key member of the finance leadership team, you will oversee the Group’s financial control framework, statutory and management reporting, financial governance, and finance operations.

You will lead and develop a team of reporting accountants, drive continuous improvement across finance processes and systems, and ensure the business has scalable controls and reporting capabilities to support future growth.

This is a high-impact role requiring strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and a proactive approach to strengthening financial performance, governance, and operational efficiency. You'll also be responsible for maintaining a robust financial reporting and control environment, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all financial information across the organisation.

• A qualified accountant with experience leading financial control, reporting, and governance within a complex organisation.
• Technical expertise, coupled with a commercial mindset.
• A track record of delivering robust financial controls, statutory reporting, audit management, and high-quality financial information.
• Knowledge of accounting standards, regulatory compliance, and financial governance.
• A confident leader, experienced in developing high-performing teams and building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, auditors and advisers.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments.