Financial Controller
- Chorley, Lancashire
- £60,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Chorley
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm (35 hours per week)
Salary: £60,000 paA purpose-driven financial services firm is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its finance function. This position offers the opportunity to join a values-led organisation committed to helping clients make better financial decisions and achieve long-term security.The business is open to candidates seeking either a 6-month contract or a permanent position, and is looking for someone who can bring strategic thinking, leadership, and a continuous improvement mindset to the role.The Role:
This is a high-impact position, responsible for overseeing day-to-day financial operations, providing strategic input to the board, and coaching a small finance team. The successful candidate will have a proven background in financial or professional services and a track record of delivering robust, efficient finance processes.Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and execute financial operations and reporting
- Identify process improvements and drive efficiency
- Develop and present financial strategies to senior leadership
- Lead and coach a small Finance team
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and accounting standards
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
- Background in financial services or a regulated professional services environment (essential)
- Strong leadership and mentoring capability
- Commercially aware, with excellent organisational skills
- Comfortable working closely with the board and presenting financial insight
- Proficient in Microsoft Word; Sage 50 experience desirable
- Group life and income protection insurance
- Private medical cover
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced annual leave package
- Regular company events and a strong internal culture