Group Financial Controller - Si Recruitment : Job Details

Group Financial Controller, Harrogate area, £60,000-£80,000 plus bonus

We are proud to be working exclusively with a well-established and highly regarded business group based in the Harrogate area to appoint an experienced and proactive Group Financial Controller.

This is a rare opportunity to join a diverse and growing business group, with trading entities across various industry sectors, they pride themselves on their entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to operational excellence across all their businesses.

This is a key leadership role, offering full responsibility for financial reporting, audit, cashflow management and driving efficiencies. You will manage a small finance team and work closely with the Group Managing Director and other senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making and ensure the financial health of the Group.

Key duties:

• Financial Reporting & Audit
• Lead the preparation of year-end accounts and manage the audit process across all entities.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and statutory obligations.
• Management Accounts & VAT
• Review and distribute monthly management accounts in line with agreed timelines.
• Oversee quarterly VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Line manage a small finance team, providing guidance, support and development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Cashflow & Cost Management
• Maintain and update cashflow forecasts across the Group.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve financial performance.
• Systems & Process Improvement
• Ensure effective use of financial systems including Xero and other ERP platforms.
• Drive improvements in financial processes and reporting efficiency.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Act as a key point of contact for external advisors, including auditors, tax consultants and banking partners.
• Provide clear and insightful financial reporting to the Group Managing, Director and senior leadership.

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with several years’ post qualification experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in a multi-entity environment.
• Confident leader with excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Personable and able to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Comfortable working across various financial platforms, particularly Xero and ERP systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy across a varied and ambitious group.
• Supportive working environment with scope for career progression
• Parking onsite, close to train and bus links, easily accessible from Leeds (avoiding driving through Harrogate), Wetherby, Harrogate district, York