Financial Controller

My client, a globally renowned business headquartered in Liverpool, are looking to hire a technically strong Financial Controller to lead their high calibre finance function.

This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the financial operations of a business, operating across multiple locations and business units.

You will be responsible for managing a large finance team, ensuring robust financial governance, and delivering timely, accurate information to senior stakeholders.

The organisation is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, best practices, and making a positive impact on health and wellbeing worldwide. With flexible working arrangements, generous pension contributions, and a supportive environment that values continuous improvement and professional growth, this role offers you the chance to make a real difference while advancing your career.

What you'll do:

• Take full ownership of month-end and year-end processes, ensuring all deadlines are met and financial information is delivered accurately across multiple business units.
• Complete comprehensive balance sheet reporting and prepare ad hoc key performance indicators for various branches within the group.
• Maintain strong financial governance by providing constructive challenge to stakeholders and resolving issues promptly in line with best practice standards.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed senior management reports as well as weekly flash forecasts to inform strategic decision-making.
• Manage the budgeting process for assigned brands, including preparation and review of budget information in collaboration with relevant teams.
• Develop service levels by nurturing key stakeholder relationships at branch level and supporting ongoing improvements in service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements including VAT returns, corporation tax support, and other statutory obligations.
• Oversee foreign exchange purchasing activities for the UK business, ensuring effective risk management and cost control.
• Act as the primary contact for both internal and external auditors, facilitating successful completion of audits for managed divisions.
• Serve as control owner for several SOX controls executed at the Shared Service Centre, guaranteeing timely and accurate execution.