Financial Controller

  • £50000.00 - £70000.00 per annum + Bonus & enhanced pension
  • Full Time
  • Liverpool
  • Accountancy
  • 13/02/2026
  • Qualified
  • BBBH10153
  • Financial Controller
  • Permanent
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Financial Controller
Location: Liverpool City Centre
Salary: £50K - £70K depending on experience
- Bonus
- Good pension

A high‑growth organisation in Liverpool city centre is seeking an ambitious Financial Controller - ideal for a first mover from Audit looking to fast‑track their career in a dynamic, scaling environment. This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad, commercially focused leadership role with clear progression and significant exposure to senior stakeholders.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the finance function and play a pivotal part in building a robust financial framework that supports rapid expansion. Key responsibilities include:

  • Full preparation of management accounts, including consolidation across ~20 legal entities
  • Introducing and embedding a structured month‑end close process
  • Ownership and ongoing development of the finance system
  • Leading on the annual audit and coordinating tax return preparation
  • Producing weekly flash reporting for senior leadership
  • Managing currency hedging activities
  • Driving automation of finance processes and efficiency improvements
  • Business partnering with project teams, providing insight and cost control for projects under construction
  • Overseeing loan facility covenant reporting
  • Managing VAT and CIS compliance requirements
  • Supporting the CFO with budgets, quarterly reforecasts, 5‑year plans, and investor reporting packs
  • Delivering high‑quality ad‑hoc analysis as required

About You

This role is perfect for a newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) coming straight from audit who wants to broaden their exposure across both financial and commercial disciplines. You'll bring strong technical foundations, a proactive mindset, and the confidence to help shape a growing finance function.

Why Join?

  • High‑growth business with exciting future plans
  • Broad and varied role offering rapid development
  • Direct mentorship from an experienced CFO
  • Significant exposure to strategic decision‑making and investors
  • Opportunity to modernise and influence the finance environment from an early stage

If you are a 1st or 2nd mover and interrsted in this opportunity then please apply asap.

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