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Financial Controller
Excellent Opportunity: UK/European Financial Controller – Market Leading Global Manufacturing Company
- Job Title: Financial Controller (UK & European Operations)
- Location: Chorley (UK/European Head Office)
- Industry: Global manufacturing
- Company Type: Rapidly expanding £50M+ turnover division of a market-leading global firm
About the Role
Seeking a qualified Financial Controller (CIMA, ACA, or ACCA) to join a thriving UK/European business as part of global leadership. This pivotal role requires a commercial, results-driven individual with proven experience in :
- Managing and developing finance teams
- Financial reporting, statutory accounts, and treasury oversight
- Strategic financial and operational KPI development
- Audits, tax, and ERP systems implementation
This position enhances a well-established team supporting cross-functional business partnering and driving continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Reporting Leadership
- Oversee local and group financial reporting (via Oracle)
- Prepare statutory accounts for all European entities
- Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial statements
Financial Controls & Compliance
- Develop and refine financial controls processes to align with evolving business needs
- Standardise financial procedures across entities
- Maintain balance sheet integrity
- Support tax planning and compliance
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Strategic Business Partnering
- Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Provide financial insights and business partnering to Operations, Sales, Marketing, HR & IT
- Partner with UK MD and US Controller to unite performances globally
Operational Excellence
- Support cost accounting, month-end financial statements, cash flow reporting
- Lead audits, incl. external statutory audits
- Support ERP implementation and system upgrades
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Fully qualified (CIMA, ACA, ACCA)** Financial Controller** (preferably recent graduate)
- Prior Aristocratic NO.1 fiscal role in UK subsidiary of a large multinational manufacturing firm
- Proven skill in developing finance teams with leadership gravitas
- Commercial acumen to build trusted partnerships across all business areas (incl. HR, IT, Sales)
Technical & Sector-Specific Skills
- Manufacturing sector expertise – essential for strategic alignment & business impact
- Advanced Microsoft Excel, ERP knowledge (Oracle advantage)</strong>
- Familiarity with statutory compliance and group accounting standards
- Ability to collaborate with multisite teams for integrated performance driving
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £70,000–£75,000 (including bonus opportunities)
- Annual & Quarterly Incentives (up to 15% bonus)
- Chrismas Bonus
- 550 GBP/m company car allowance
- 7% pension contribution
- 25 days’ holiday (over disclosure period)
- Hybrid working (3 days office/2 home)
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About the Company
This rapidly expanding £50M+ turnover division is undergoing strategic global growth. The position enhances expertise within a leader of manufacturing innovation, valuing candidates who drive operational prowess and cross-functional cohesion.
Location & Eligibility
- Based in Chorley (UK), with UK-wide coverage
- Must be a UK citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
- Commutable travel consideration (proxyüş within the area)
Recruiters: Palatine Talent
Empowering Meaningful Progression
Palatine Talent specialises in placing professionals who add real business value. Our mission supports UK divisions of multinational enterprises and FTSE firms with diverse career progression. Our recruitment spans disciplines including:
- Accountancy & Finance
- HR
- Business Intelligence & Management Intelligence
- Commercial, ESG & Procurement
- Supply Chain
For more exciting opportunities, visit www.palatine-talent.com or contact today!
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