Financial Controller

Financial Controller

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Greater Manchester | FMCG | Private Equity Backed Business
A fast-paced, private equity-backed FMCG business based in the Greater Manchester area is seeking an ambitious and commercially focused Financial Controller to play a key role in transforming the finance function into a best-in-class operation.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys partnering with stakeholders across the wider business. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capability, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
ACA qualification and practice experience are essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Ownership of accurate and timely consolidated management accounts
Production and continuous development of the monthly Board Pack
Monthly group and lender reporting
Preparation of statutory accounts and liaison with external auditors
Royalty reporting and lender covenant reporting
Providing insightful commentary and analysis for senior leadership
Working closely with operational teams to improve processes and controls
Supporting the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
ACA qualified essential
Strong practice background essential
Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience
Previous experience within FMCG, manufacturing, or stock-led environments
Strong understanding xwzovoh of POP, SOP, and stock systems and their integration with accounting systems
Excellent report writing and analytical skills
The confidence and gravitas to engage with senior management, lenders, and external stakeholders
A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive change in a fast-moving business
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business at an exciting stage of its journey, offering genuine scope for progression and impact.
This is a retained role with our agency