Finance Controller

Warrington, England, United Kingdom Company: Bit recruit Client /

Employer:

Occupop

Posted: 03.06.2026 | Job reference: 61

We’re hiring a Financial Controller to lead the finance function for the Freight Services Business Unit at GBA’s Head Office. The role requires a proven finance professional ready to progress into a Finance Director position within 18‑24 months. The FC will report directly to the Business Unit Managing Director and, with a dotted line, to the Group Finance Director, overseeing a capable and developing team in a multi‑country, multi‑depot environment.

• Lead and develop the BU finance team, ensuring clear structure, capability, and accountability.
• Oversee all BU financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting; lead month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Manage cashflow and working capital, coordinating with Group Finance to align divisional reporting, consolidation, and audit cycles.
• Partner with the MD and leadership team to provide financial insight, challenge, and strategic input, delivering accurate and actionable reporting by division, depot, and customer.
• Support contract pricing, cost‑to‑serve, and profitability analysis; contribute to strategic planning, investment appraisal, and potential M&A projects.
• Present divisional financial performance and forecasts to Group Finance and the Board.
• Strengthen internal financial control and oversight of all European subsidiaries and branches, standardising reporting processes across entities.
• Enhance finance systems, reporting tools, and workflows to drive efficiency and transparency, supporting the company’s automation and digital transformation initiatives.
• Implement strong financial controls to manage credit, compliance, and contractual exposure; support group‑wide governance, audit readiness, and internal control structures.

• Holiday loyalty scheme
• Learning & development support
• Inclusive culture with employee resource groups
• Company Health Care Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Package
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Bike2
  
  Work Scheme

Essential

Skills & Experience:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior finance leadership role within a £50m+ turnover business.
• Hands‑on experience managing full month‑end close, budgeting, and cashflow management.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team.
• Strong analytical and commercial capability, confident providing insight to operational leaders.
• Experience with multi‑site and multi‑entity reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, credible at Board and Group level.
• Advanced Excel and ERP/reporting system knowledge.

Desirable:

• Background in logistics, transport, or manufacturing.
• Exposure to European accounting and group consolidation.
• Experience supporting M&A or integration projects.
• Ambition to progress to Finance Director within 18‑24 months.

GBA Logistics is a trusted provider of end‑to‑end supply chain solutions, delivering reliable freight, warehousing, and distribution services across multiple industries and countries. Backed by smart technology and a skilled team, we prioritize speed, transparency, and customer satisfaction–every step of the way. We are committed to operational excellence, sustainability, and creating an inclusive workplace where people thrive.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to supporting candidates with reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.