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Financial Controller

Warrington, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Warrington | £55,000-£65,000 + bonus | On-site An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a successful, profitable and growing founder-owned business based in Warrington.Operating in a technology-led, consumer-focused market, the business has established a strong market position and continues to grow, with ambitious plans for the future. It offers the opportunity to join an entrepreneurial environment with an established operation, where finance plays an important role in supporting business performance and future growth.This is a key appointment within a close-knit team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, work closely with senior leadership and make a tangible contribution to the continued development of the business.<h3>The role</h3>Reporting to the senior finance leadership team, the Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting and robust processes.The role offers a varied blend of technical accounting, team leadership and commercial business partnering. You will lead a small finance team, remaining hands-on with the detail while providing the financial insight needed to support business performance and decision-making.This would suit someone who enjoys working in a dynamic SME environment, where initiative, adaptability and a pragmatic approach are valued.<h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Own the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts.</li><li>Oversee the general ledger, journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls, accounting policies and reporting procedures.</li><li>Lead, support and develop a small finance team, including two Assistant Accountants.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</li><li>Provide commercial analysis and insight to support business planning and strategic decisions.</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders, communicating financial performance clearly and managing expectations.</li><li>Monitor results against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, audit requirements and compliance with relevant accounting standards.</li><li>Review and improve finance systems, processes and reporting to support the business as it grows.</li><li>Work closely with the leadership team to ensure finance supports operational performance and future growth.</li></ul><h3>About you</h3>You will be a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional who is comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in the detail.You will ideally have:<ul><li>A recognised accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with at least two years' post-qualification experience.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills and experience across financial control and reporting.</li><li>A solid grounding in month-end, balance sheet management and financial controls.</li><li>Experience of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</li><li>The ability to lead and develop a small team while remaining hands-on.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems and financial data.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to challenge constructively and improve processes.</li></ul>Experience in an SME, owner-managed or entrepreneurial business would be advantageous. Practice-trained candidates with the right commercial awareness and desire to move into a broad industry role will also be considered.Most importantly, you will be adaptable, approachable and comfortable operating in a growing business where collaboration, accountability and initiative are key.<h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li>Salary of £55,000-£65,000, depending on experience.</li><li>Bonus scheme.</li><li>Holidays increasing with service.</li><li>Workplace pension.</li><li>Employee rewards and benefits through Perkbox.</li><li>On-site parking.</li><li>A close-knit, collaborative working environment.</li><li>The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business decisions.</li><li>A broad, influential role with the opportunity to shape processes, develop the finance function and support the next stage of business growth.</li></ul><h3>Location</h3>Warrington - this is an office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and working closely with the wider business.If you're looking for a Financial Controller role where you can combine technical expertise with commercial involvement and have a genuine impact on a successful, growing business, we'd welcome a conversation.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4xNDIzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-21T12:13:28Z

Accounts Payable Assistant (Supplier Queries)

Southport, Merseyside
remote
Permanent
26000 - 27000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a distribution business in the North West of England to recruit for an Accounts Payable Assistant (Supplier Queries).About the RoleOur client, a well-established distribution business, is looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their busy finance team, with a focus on resolving supplier queries. This is a high-volume, fast-paced environment where you'll act as the key point of contact for investigating and resolving invoice issues, working closely with both suppliers and internal departments to keep accounts moving smoothly.Responsibilities<ul><li>Investigate and resolve invoice queries, including price and quantity discrepancies</li><li>Reconcile supplier accounts and process credit notes</li><li>Liaise directly with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues promptly</li><li>Manage a high volume of queries while maintaining accuracy and meeting targets</li><li>Build strong working relationships across multiple departments</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Previous experience in a fast-paced Accounts Payable or query resolution role</li><li>Comfortable working with large volumes of transactions (any industry background considered)</li><li>Confident using Microsoft-based finance/ERP systems</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and account reconciliation</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently</li><li>Strong communication skills and high attention to detail</li><li>A collaborative, team-focused approach</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Salary: £26,000 - £27,000</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more</li><li>Pension scheme with matched employer contributions</li><li>Life assurance cover</li><li>Health cash plan covering everyday medical costs, plus digital GP access</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>High street discount scheme (retail, travel, tech, dining)</li><li>Early access to earned pay ahead of payday</li><li>Optional dental and critical illness cover</li></ul>Working PatternFull-time in the office during the initial probationary period, moving to hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home on fixed, agreed days) once probation is successfully completed.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMzczOTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-26T10:31:01Z

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