Group Financial Controller

Our client is a highly profitable, private equity backed group operating within a multi site services environment. The business is delivering an active buy and build strategy, acquiring and integrating complementary companies to build a scaled, market leading platform. With strong financial backing, and a clear value creation plan, the group is at a pivotal stage of its growth journey.

This role sits at the centre of the group finance function, working directly with the CFO and senior stakeholders. It offers a blend of financial control, commercial insight, and direct involvement in acquisitions and integration. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the finance function as the business continues to scale and there is a clearly mapped internal progression route into a larger role available for the right person. 

Key Responsibilities
Lead group financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and private equity reporting requirements
Maintain and develop a robust financial controls framework across a multi entity structure
Manage audit processes and external advisor relationships
Produce high quality board and investor reporting
Lead financial integration of newly acquired businesses, aligning systems and processes
Support post acquisition integration and synergy tracking
Oversee revenue recognition, project profitability, and margin performance
Drive improvements in working capital, cash flow, and operational efficiency
Partner with senior stakeholders on budgeting, forecasting, and long term planningCandidate Profile
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Strong technical grounding with experience in group reporting
Experience in multi entity or acquisitive environments
Exposure to M&A, integration, or private equity settings advantageous
Commercially focused with a strong understanding of cash flow and value drivers
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Adaptable and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environmentPackage & Working Pattern
Salary circa £70,000 – £80,000 plus bonus c.10%
Private medical insurance
Hybrid working (North Bradford based 2-3 days a week with travel to sites across the UK)
Full-time, permanentProgression & Opportunity
This is a career defining opportunity within a growing PE-backed platform. The role offers exposure to live acquisitions, integration, and exit planning, with the expectation that the successful candidate will progress as the group expands. If you are career minded and looking to move beyond traditional reporting into a broader, value driven finance role within a dynamic, acquisitive environment, please apply below. 

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