Group Financial Controller

  • Up to £70000.00 per annum
  • Full Time
  • Chester
  • Accountancy
  • 06/10/2026
  • Qualified
  • BBBH10948
  • Group Financial Controller
  • Temporary
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Group Finance Controller
Chester | Hybrid Working (3 days in the office) | Temp to Perm | £70,000 - £75,000
Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a successful and growing Chester-based business in the appointment of a Group Finance Controller on a temp-to-perm basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a dynamic organisation at a key stage of its growth journey. Working closely with the Group Finance Director, you'll take ownership of the finance function, lead a capable team and play a key role in improving controls, reporting and commercial decision-making across the group.

The Role
As Group Finance Controller, you will:

  • Lead and develop the finance team across the business
  • Take ownership of monthly management accounts and group reporting
  • Ensure robust financial controls, compliance and governance
  • Manage cashflow, forecasting and budgeting processes
  • Partner with operational stakeholders across the organisation
  • Drive improvements to financial systems, processes and reporting
  • Support strategic projects and business growth initiatives
  • Act as a key deputy to the Group Finance Director


About You
We're looking for:

  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant
  • Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role
  • Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise
  • Proven experience managing and developing finance teams
  • Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management skills
  • Available at short notice or immediately available


What's on Offer?

  • £70,000 - £75,000 salary
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term potential
  • Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days home)
  • Senior leadership exposure and influence
  • Growing, ambitious business with a collaborative culture


For immediate consideration, please apply now or contact Accountable Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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