Financial Controller

Join a growing retail group where your financial expertise will directly support strategic growth across multiple ventures.

A Manchester-based retail group is hiring a Financial Controller to take full responsibility for the finance function of a key division. Current turnover is £12m and forecast to reach around £18m next year, with several new ventures already underway.

There is a clear progression plan, with the intention for this role to develop into a Finance Director position over the next 18–36 months.

The role combines strong financial control with genuine commercial input. You’ll work closely with Operations and Sales on pricing, growth plans, and efficiency improvements, while leading a team of four and supporting better decision‑making across the business.

You’ll report directly to the Managing Director and work alongside the Sales Director, with support from a fractional Finance Director at group level. This gives good exposure both operationally and across the wider group. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or a similar ERP would be helpful as reporting and processes continue to develop, though it’s not essential.

• Manage and develop a team of four
• Deliver accurate month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end reporting
• Produce management accounts, board packs, KPIs, and lender information with clear commentary
• Act as a business partner to senior leadership, providing insight‑led financial analysis
• Lead cashflow forecasting, scenario modelling, and investment analysis
• Support new ventures with financial modelling and reporting set‑up
• Manage statutory accounts, VAT returns, audit preparation, and compliance
  
  Improve financial processes, controls, and systems
• Oversee payroll, banking, and treasury
• Provide ad‑hoc commercial and financial analysis

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Strong financial and management accounting experience
• Experience managing a small team
• Solid VAT and corporation tax knowledge
• Comfortable working with non‑finance teams
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar systems desirable
• Retail or multi‑entity experience helpful but not essential

• Annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Clear progression path within the group

Director

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Location:

Manchester, England, United Kingdom