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Job Description : FC UK An established and growing multi-site organisation is looking for a commercially minded, fully qualified Financial Controller to take ownership of its operational finance function. As the #1 person in finance, you’ll provide strong financial control, improve reporting and processes, lead a team of nine and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business. What you'll do Take ownership of day-to-day financial control, transaction processing, group consolidations and statutory reporting. Lead the production of accurate monthly management accounts and weekly KPIs, providing meaningful commercial commentary. Oversee balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, financial systems, controls and management information. Lead the year-end audit and ensure compliance with relevant statutory and regulatory requirements. Manage rolling 12-week cash flow forecasting, working capital and treasury reporting. Oversee lender, banking and other stakeholder reporting, including covenant compliance. Support the CEO with financial analysis, business cases, funding discussions and acquisition activity. Lead the financial integration of newly acquired businesses or services. Track post-acquisition performance against investment cases. Lead and develop a nine-person finance team, setting clear expectations, processes and development plans. Identify and mitigate financial and commercial risks while supporting strong governance across the business. Continue to improve the systems, processes and reporting infrastructure of the finance function. What you'll bring Fully qualified accountant — ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Significant post-qualification experience in a senior financial control or finance leadership role. Experience working within a sizeable or complex organisation. Strong technical accounting, consolidation, reporting and financial control capability. Experience supporting business growth, acquisitions and post-acquisition integration. Confidence working with senior stakeholders, lenders and investors. Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, corporate tax and modern finance/ERP systems. A hands-on, commercially aware approach and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment. A stable career history, with a track record of committing to previous roles. £80,000–£90,000 salary, depending on experience. Up to 25% bonus, negotiable depending on experience. Significant responsibility and visibility within the organisation. Opportunity to shape and develop the finance function and support the continued growth of the business. Working pattern 100% office-based, working from the company's offices in Leicestershire. p

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