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Group Financial Controller

Leeds Permanent £80,000 - £100,000 per year View Job Description
The Financial Controller role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee and manage financial operations within a fast-paced FMCG environment. This position in Leeds requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure accurate reporting and strategic financial planning.
  • Lead a finance function across a multi-site, entrepreneurial, FMCG business
  • Make a quick impact shaping processes and reporting in a pivotal, hands on role

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established, medium-sized organisation operating within the FMCG industry. They are known for their commitment to delivering high-quality products and fostering a professional and collaborative work environment.

Job Description

  • Prepare and oversee statutory reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Supporting the budgeting and forecasting processes to support strategic decision-making.
  • Provide insightful financial analysis to guide business growth and cost optimisation.
  • Supervise and develop the accounting team to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Monitor and improve financial controls and processes within the organisation.
  • Support senior management with financial reporting and strategic planning initiatives.
  • Improve efficiency of systems from an accounting and operations collaboration perspective

The Successful Applicant

  • A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
  • Strong experience in financial management within manufacturing (or other transferrable) industry.
  • Proven expertise in financial controls, diplomatically challenging the status quo and making improvement to finance and business controls
  • Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and compliance standards.
  • Effective leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate across departments.
  • Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary ranging from £80,000 - £100,000 depending on experience.
  • A permanent role with opportunities for career progression within the FMCG sector.
  • Located in Leeds, offering a balance of city accessibility and a supportive work environment.



Contact
Zac Hill
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6827970
Phone number
+44 113 243 7773

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Zac Hill
Consultant phone
+44 113 243 7773
Job reference
JN-092025-6827970