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Financial Controller

Warrington Permanent £70,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
This is a senior finance leadership role at a high-performing site within a global services organisation. You'll lead a skilled team, oversee complex operations, and play a key role in aligning local delivery with corporate strategy.
  • Lead a high-impact finance team in a £70m global service business
  • Enjoy hybrid work, strong culture, and clear career progression

About Our Client

This global services company operates across multiple countries, supporting customers with advanced manufacturing, supply chain solutions, and post-sale services. Its Warrington site combines the scale of a $multi-billion global business with the close-knit culture of a locally run operation.

Job Description

  • Leads a finance team of 10, including two direct reports, under the regional finance lead
  • Oversees multiple UK entities
  • Works closely with site leadership to shape strategy and operations
  • Produce financial reports, forecasts, and supports new business evaluations
  • Develops team capabilities and collaborates with offshore support functions
  • Manages budgeting, planning, and financial documentation
  • Review performance data and financial statements for insights and improvements
  • Advise on operational efficiencies, cost savings, and profitability strategies
  • Interprets financial trends to guide future planning
  • Oversees audits, ensures compliance with internal controls and reporting standards

The Successful Applicant

The successful applicant will be a confident, hands-on finance leader with experience managing teams and navigating complex financial environments. They'll bring strong knowledge of areas like US GAAP, revenue recognition, budgeting, and cost pricing-ideally within a manufacturing or service-based business.

Key requirements include:

  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Proven leadership in finance, with team management experience
  • Skilled in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global organisation
  • Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and challenge constructively

This role suits someone resilient, commercially aware, and eager to make an impact within a supportive, long-tenured team.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary up to £80,000 (dependent on experience)
  • Car allowance & performance related bonus
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression
  • Hybrid working and flexible start/ finish times



Contact
Sophie Herring
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6858423
Phone number
+44 151 255 3759

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Warrington
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sophie Herring
Consultant phone
+44 151 255 3759
Job reference
JN-102025-6858423