Financial Controller

Join a thriving £200m turnover wholesale and retail business as Financial Controller

Your new company
Hays Senior Finance is exclusively partnering with a dynamic and fast-growing wholesale and retail business based in Bradford, to appoint a commercially astute and operationally focused Financial Controller to join their established senior leadership team. On track for turnover of £200M this year, they continue to expand their operation, with new sites across the country and headcount at 325 and increasing. With an ambitious ten-year growth plan in flight, they are seeking a Financial Controller who can bring strategic insight, operational controls, and strong leadership to their finance function. This is a pivotal role for a finance professional ready to step up into a strategic leadership position, driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.
Your new role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and insightful analysis to support business growth.

Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and accountabilityDeliver timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly management accounts and statutory filingsManage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planningImplement and maintain strong internal controls and compliance processesProvide financial insight to support strategic initiatives and operational decisions utilising Microsoft DynamicsLiaise with auditors, banks, and external stakeholdersWhat you'll need to succeed
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Proven experience in leading a finance function, ideally within the wholesale, FMCG, or distribution sectorsStrong technical accounting skills and commercial awarenessExcellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilitiesProficiency in financial systems and ERP platforms. Microsoft Dynamics exposure is advantageous. What you'll get in return
Competitive salary of £80,000 - £100,000, depending on experienceOther company benefitsOn site with an option to work from home a day a week25 days holiday + bank holidaysA fast growth and entrepreneurial working environmentThis is an exciting opportunity with the prospect of further career development to Finance Director.What you need to do now

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