Financial Controller
2 days ago
Job Title: Financial Controller Location: Preston (Hybrid) Reports to: Finance Director Sector: Professional Services Salary: £60,000-£70,000 Overview Sowena Group is proud to be partnering exclusively with a leading professional services business to appoint a Financial Controller. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a growing, values-driven organisation known for its collaborative culture and commitment to excellence. About the Role The Financial Controller will lead the management accounts and accounts payable functions, ensuring strong financial control, high quality reporting, and meaningful insights to support strategic decision making. This is a hands on role, working alongside an exceptional Finance Director and offering exposure to senior leadership along with the opportunity to drive continuous improvement within the finance team, while putting your own stamp on the role. Key Responsibilities Produce timely monthly management accounts, including key financial statements such as profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow Lead and develop a small team responsible for management accounts and AP Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and translating data into clear, actionable insights Take responsibility for the preparation of rolling forecasts and annual budgets, working closely with the Finance Director and senior leadership team Assist the Finance Director in compiling financial information for monthly and quarterly Board reporting Strengthen and maintain effective financial controls, processes, and procedures Oversee statutory compliance and act as the primary liaison for external auditors and advisors Managing the annual audit Review payroll on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy and timely processing Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders to support a collaborative and high-performing finance function Maintain up to date knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements Support wider business initiatives and contribute to ad hoc financial projects as needed Person Specification Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a hands-on finance role with operational and analytical responsibilities Strong understanding of UK accounting standards, tax, payroll, VAT, PAYE, and statutory reporting Experience managing or developing a team Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines High attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability Desirable Background in the professional services sector £60,000-£70,000 beth@sowenagroup.co.uk
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Project Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
2 days ago
Lancashire, United Kingdom Sowena Group Full timeBase pay range Direct message the job poster from Sowena Group A successful privately owned international manufacturing Group on a growth journey. The business is looking to strengthen the finance team, implement financial controls and processes to accelerate growth plans. The Role Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, the Financial Controller...
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Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
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Lancashire, United Kingdom Kenton Black Full timeCompany Details and Job Overview A well‑established Group of businesses are looking to recruit a new Financial Controller for one of their sizeable divisions. This is an autonomous role sitting as divisional number 1 in finance at their Preston site, with support and guidance as required from their parent company at Group level. The role offers a good...
