Financial Controller

Reference: 242943379_1749211551

Financial Controller
Chester | £75,000 + Excellent Benefits
Professional Services | High-Impact Leadership Role

We are working exclusively with a progressive, values led organisation in the professional services sector to recruit a Financial Controller for a newly created position based in Chester.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a strategically important finance leadership role where you will have a genuine impact on the direction of the business. With impressive growth ambitions and a commitment to continuous improvement, this company is seeking a commercially focused finance professional ready to take ownership of financial operations, challenge existing processes, and help shape future success.

The Opportunity

As Financial Controller, you will be the right hand to the Finance Director, leading the finance team and ensuring best in class financial governance, systems, and reporting. You'll be pivotal in strengthening internal controls, optimising performance, and delivering the financial insight needed to support high level strategic decisions.

This is a dynamic role offering broad exposure and the freedom to develop and embed robust financial processes that will scale with the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the day to day operations of the finance function, including development of team members and driving high standards.
  • Oversee month end close, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across all reporting cycles.
  • Partner with the FP&A function to deliver high quality financial reports, budgets, and forward looking forecasts.
  • Ensure adherence to corporate tax requirements and manage all statutory reporting obligations.
  • Maintain strong control over supplier payments and purchase ledgers, building trusted relationships with external partners.
  • Work closely with senior stakeholders to support funding, reporting, and strategic finance projects.
  • Identify and implement technology solutions that improve financial processes, efficiency, and reporting capability.

About You:

  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with a minimum of 5 year's experience in a similar role.
  • A confident communicator with the ability to influence across all levels of the business.
  • Proven experience leading and developing finance teams.
  • Comfortable driving systems and process improvement in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£70,000.00 - £75,000.00
Per annum
GBP70000.00 - GBP75000.00 per annum

Chester

Full Time

Added 06/06/2025
Reference: 242943379_1749211551

Financial Controller

Chester
Full Time

Other similar jobs

Financial Controller

Added 22/04/2025

Role Overview This is a pivotal position for an ambitious finance professional ready to take full ownership of the accounting function across all Group entities. As Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting strategic growth by producing accurate financial and management information, driving process improvements, and ensuring financial compliance. Reporting directly to the Directors, you will also manage a small finance team and be the primary contact for external auditors. Key Responsibilities Accounting Systems & Reporting * Manage and maintain the Group's accounting system (currently Sage) and oversee data integration from third-party platforms such as payroll and...

Learn more

Financial Controller

Added 17/04/2025

Interim Financial Controller required for 3 months in ExeterA Charity in Exeter requires a values-driven Financial Controller for a period of 3 months whilst they go through a busy period.Working in a small team, you will have the experience and confidence to hit the ground running, and to work collaboratively across the business, with all levels of stakeholders.Duties will include:Preparation of management accountsProvision of timely management informationBudgets and forecastsPreparation of year endManaging the audit processExperience/attributes required:ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or qualified by experienceExcellent communication skillsPositive attitudeAbility to work to tight deadlinesStrong Excel skillsIf you are interested in this temporary Financial...

Learn more

Financial Controller

Added 17/04/2025

Butler Rose is recruiting exclusively for a Financial Controller to join a successful and growing owner managed business.Are you a strategic thinker who loves rolling up your sleeves? My client is looking for a hands-on Financial Controller to join the leadership team and take full ownership of the finance function.You'll be instrumental in shaping the business future - managing cashflow, supporting key decisions, and driving the financial strategy. This is a position where you will be able to make an impact and where your voice will be heard.What you'll be doing:Full ownership of company accounts and cashflow managementMonthly/annual reporting, forecasting,...

Learn more

Senior Credit Controller

Added 01/05/2025

Senior Credit Controller East Devon Circa £30,000 depending on experience The roleAre you an experienced credit controller or finance professional who has a proven background in understanding the commercial nuances of business? Then this role should be of interest. We are seeking someone who works outside the mould of a traditional accounts receivable function, someone who is able to communicate with senior business leaders, visit key clients and build strong commercial relationships to improve company process.Key responsibilities include: - proactively liaise with internal and external customers to manage debt- Compile reports for senior finance management to advise on cash flow-...

Learn more

Credit Controller

Added 14/04/2025

A well-established business in the South West is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their growing team on a full-time, permanent basis.As a Credit Controller, you will play an integral role in ensuring the efficient management of high-volume credit control operations and maintaining timely payments through effective purchase ledger oversight.Responsibilities:Support the Credit Control Manager in overseeing credit management activities and workflows.Prepare, generate, and reconcile sales ledger invoices with precision.Manage debt recovery efforts and handle provisions for doubtful debts.Calculate and monitor supplier turnover rebates on a quarterly and annual schedule.Process supplier payments using the purchase ledger system.Reconcile bank accounts, debtor...

Learn more

Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager

Added 21/05/2025

Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager Birmingham (Hybrid/Flexi work)Up to £56,000Butler Rose, Public Practice is delighted to be supporting our client, a multi-awarding winning Top 10 firm, who's looking to expand their team with an Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager. You will support within their accounting and financial reporting team based in the Birmingham office.Role Requirements -Managing a portfolio of clients, always providing a premium service, whilst taking an active role in the growth of the department through the identification of opportunities and associated business development activities.Providing GAAP support and advisory services to our clients, supporting our (non-Audit) clients through their...

Learn more

Financial Accountant

Added 14/05/2025

Financial AccountantOffice based (4 days office based, 1 from home)St AlbansAre you a qualified accountant with strong month-end experience, a passion for accurate financial reporting, and an eye on ESG developments? We're working exclusively with a well-established global client who are looking to appoint a Financial Accountant to their UK finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal role within a dynamic, collaborative finance function.As the Financial Accountant, you will be instrumental in delivering an accurate month-end close process, supporting budgeting and forecasting cycles, and ensuring compliance with group reporting standards. Working within a small team...

Learn more

Financial Accountant

Added 07/05/2025

Butler Rose is pleased to be working with a reputable business in Exeter to recruit a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis. This is a hybrid working role that offers flexibility and the opportunity for internal progression over time.Reporting into the Senior Finance Manager and working in a team of finance professionals your key duties will include:Statutory reportingManagement accounts preparation and reviewCash reports and revenue forecastingLiaison with external auditors and other external bodiesPreparation and review of accounts on periodic basisPreparation of financial statementsWorking in accordance with UK GAAP and IFRSOther ad hoc duties as requiredThe successful candidate will be a...

Learn more

Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant Manager

Added 17/04/2025

Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant Manager - Top 10 FirmBirmingham (Hybrid & Flextime)Up to £50,000Butler Rose, Public Practice is delighted to be supporting our client, a multi-awarding winning Top 10 firm, who's looking to expand their team with an Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant Manager. You will be assisting managers to profitably deliver work across a portfolio of not for profit clients. This role will focus on complex financial reporting and consolidations, whilst managing a small portfolio of not-for-profit clients.Role Requirements Acting as day-today point of contact for clients and practising the principles of excellent client service at all times.Managing...

Learn more

Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant Manager

Added 11/04/2025

Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant Manager - Top 10 FirmBirmingham (Hybrid & Flextime)Up to £50,000Butler Rose, Public Practice is delighted to be supporting our client, a multi-awarding winning Top 10 firm, who's looking to expand their team with an Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant Manager. You will be assisting managers to profitably deliver work across a portfolio of not for profit clients. This role will focus on complex financial reporting and consolidations, whilst managing a small portfolio of not-for-profit clients.Role Requirements Acting as day-today point of contact for clients and practising the principles of excellent client service at all times.Managing...

Learn more

Financial Accountant

Added 19/03/2025

Butler Rose is exclusively recruiting a Financial Accountant for a successful and reputable business based in Exeter. This is a fixed-term contract role for 12 months.Reporting into the senior finance team, this is a very important role for the organisation and responsibilities will include:Review of financial controls and processes to maximise efficiency and productivityDevelopment of process documentation, in line with compliance and best practiceWork with other stakeholders in finance and non-finance in a business partnering capacityAssist with ERP system implementation, ensuring smooth integration and identifying any areas for improvementRegular testing of financial systems and provide training to finance team on...

Learn more

Assoc. Director (Financial Accounting & Advisory) - Top 10 firm

Added 05/03/2025

Butler Rose is delighted to be partnering with a prestigious Top 10 accountancy firm in their search for an Associate Director - Financial Accounting and Advisory Specialist. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that is driving forward innovation and growth, delivering cutting-edge solutions to its middle-market clients.The opportunityIn this role, you will be a key player in delivering high-level technical accounting, financial reporting, and business advisory services, working with a diverse client base. Your expertise will be essential in:Leading complex technical accounting projects, including FRS102, IFRS, and FRS101 applications, acquisition accounting, and GAAP conversions.Advising on group restructures,...

Learn more
Required for two factor authentication
At least 8 characters, 1 uppercase, 1 lowercase and 1 special character or number
Your file must be a doc, docx or pdf. No larger than 5MB