Assistant Finance Controller - #1771084

Financial Controller – High-Growth, Multi-Sector Group

A truly exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a dynamic and fast-growing group operating across multiple industries. The business has experienced exceptional growth, supported by strategic private equity investment, and is now entering a pivotal phase of its 10-year expansion plan. This next stage is focused on capitalising on market opportunities and significantly increasing revenue across its diverse portfolio

This newly created Financial Controller position will play a key leadership role within the finance function, working closely with the Group Finance Director and senior stakeholders across the business. The role blends strong financial stewardship with commercial acumen, playing a vital part in driving performance, improving profitability, and supporting strategic decision-making

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts and deliver insightful performance analysis versus budget and forecast



Act as a key finance partner to operational and commercial teams across the group, driving accountability and financial understanding



Own the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting



Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure the integrity of financial records



Manage the preparation and review of audit schedules and be the principal point of contact for external auditors



Drive the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, working across business units to ensure alignment with strategic goals



Lead initiatives to improve commercial reporting, margin analysis, and profitability



Support the evaluation of strategic growth opportunities, including M&A and investment appraisals



Oversee fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, and capex reporting



Develop and mentor a growing finance team, fostering a high-performance culture



Continuously improve financial systems, controls, and processes to support scalability



The Ideal Candidate:

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical grounding



Experience gained either from audit or within a commercial, fast-paced, multi-entity environment



Proven ability to lead and develop finance teams



Strong commercial mindset with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders



Comfortable working in a high-growth, evolving environment with a hands-on approach



Ambitious and forward-thinking, with the drive to grow into a Finance Director position in the near future



This is a standout opportunity for a high-calibre finance professional seeking a commercially focused, leadership role within an entrepreneurial and fast-moving group. It’s ideal for someone looking to take the next step toward becoming a Group Finance Director

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful



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