Financial Controller: Shared Service Centre 18 Months FTC

Lead a High-Impact Finance Team within a Fast-Paced Shared Service Wholesale Environment

Your new company
A well-established and globally recognised organisation in the wholesale sector is seeking a Financial Controller to lead a high-performing finance team within a Shared Service Centre environment. With a strong emphasis on operational control and stakeholder collaboration, this business offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The role is an 18month Fixed Term Opportunity, paying up to £85,000 with a hybrid working policy offering 2 days a week onsite.

Your new role
As Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for managing a team of 15, including 5 direct reports, and ensuring the timely delivery of financial information in a well-controlled environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing month-end and year-end processes, including financial statements and performance metrics
• Strengthening financial governance through oversight of reconciliations, journals, and reporting accuracy
• Leading compliance efforts across internal controls and audit requirements
• Coordinating budgeting and forecasting activities for central functions
• Monitoring and analysing overheads and operational costs
• Supporting tax and treasury-related activities
• Acting as a key liaison for both internal and external audit teams

What you'll need to succeed
You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with proven experience of managing finance teams and delivering results in a multi-site or multi-division environment. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Experience in the wholesale/retail sector is advantageous.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary up to £85,000
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Hybrid working model with flexibility of 2 days per week onsite
• Opportunity to lead a well-established finance function in a global business

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. #