Financial Controller
Job in
Glenfield, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-23
Listing for:
Cherry Professional
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-23
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, Corporate Finance, CFO, VP/Director of Finance -
Management
Financial Manager, CFO
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Financial Controller
Location:
Leicester (LE3) – Fully Onsite
Salary: £60,000 + Car + Bonus + Benefits
Employer:
Established UK Wholesale / Retail company
About the Opportunity
A long?established and highly respected Wholesale/Retail business is creating a new position for a Financial Controller / No.2 in Finance to support the continued growth and evolution of the organisation. This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role within a successful, privately owned group with a strong reputation in its sector.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will act as their trusted deputy and take responsibility for the day?to?day running of the finance function at the company’s head office in Leicester.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely reporting
Lead preparation of management accounts, financial statements and board?level reporting
Strengthen financial controls, processes and internal reporting as part of an ongoing transformation programme
Business partner with operational and commercial teams to support informed decision?making
Manage, support and develop a small finance team
Lead budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management and working capital oversight
Provide robust support to the Finance Director, stepping up where required
About You We’re looking for a driven, hands?on finance professional with strong technical and leadership skills.
Essential:
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Solid experience in financial control and management accounting
Proven track record improving processes, systems and reporting
Comfortable in a fully onsite position with broad operational exposure
Clear, confident communicator able to build strong cross?functional relationships
Desirable:
Experience in wholesale, retail, distribution or similar environments
Background within privately owned or family?run businesses
What’s on Offer
£60,000 salary
Company car or car allowance
Annual bonus
No.2 role reporting directly into the Finance Director
Long?term development and progression opportunities
A stable, supportive and reputable organisation
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Additional Information / Benefits
car
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