Financial Controller

Location: Carrington

Financial Controller

£50,000 – £55,000 | Office-based | Manchester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to join a fast-growing UK SME, backed by a well-established international group.
This is a high-impact, on-site role offering full ownership of the finance function, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to influence business performance as the company continues to scale.

If you’re hands-on, commercially minded, and thrive in a dynamic, project-driven environment, this role offers real autonomy and visibility.

The Role

Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and alignment with group standards. You’ll also lead and develop a small finance team, while acting as the key finance contact on-site.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the month-end close, delivering a fully reconciled trial balance for group reporting
Take full ownership of the balance sheet, including accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets
Oversee revenue, billing, and receivables, supporting effective cash flow management
Prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns
Maintain and improve financial controls in line with group policies
Partner with operational teams on cost control and financial performance
Manage, coach, and develop a Finance Administrator
Act as the local finance lead, supporting audits and group reporting requirements

About You

AAT Qualified or Part Qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
Proven experience in a hands-on SME environment
Strong technical accounting skills, particularly balance sheet control
Confident working with and influencing senior stakeholders
Ideally experienced in construction, engineering, services, or project-led sectors
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, office-based role
Why Join?

£50,000 – £55,000 salary
Autonomous leadership role with real ownership
Backed by a stable, global parent group
Opportunity to shape and scale the finance function
High visibility and direct impact on business performance
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