The Financial Controller is responsible for leading and developing the Finance function in Carlisle. You will ensure strong financial control, high-quality customer transaction support, compliant statutory and regulatory reporting, and insightful financial management information. You will also lead a team so people management experience is preferred.
Client Details
Based in the Carlisle area, This is a hands-on leadership role in an acquisitive, rapidly growing, business.
Description
As Financial Controller you will be responsible for:
*Leading the Carlisle Finance function
*Shape financial strategy in collaboration with Group Finance and the leadership team.
*Foster a culture of financial control, customer focus, and continuous improvement across all sub-functions.
*Ensure clear accountability and segregation of duties across the team.
*Own month-end close, ledger integrity, balance sheet controls, and reconciliations.
*Oversee accurate fee income recognition.
*Deliver timely, accurate management accounts with meaningful analysis and insight.
*Own local budgeting and forecasting activity, working closely with Group.
*Deliver all statutory financial statements for Carlisle entities.
*Manage the year-end audit process, ensuring clean audits and efficient engagement with external auditors.
*Maintain robust documentation of key finance processes and controls.
*Lead, develop and mentor a multi-disciplinary Finance team.
*Set objectives, support professional development, and build succession capability.
*Promote a high-performance, collaborative culture with clear accountability.




Profile
A successful Financial Controller should have:
*A professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
*Proven experience in managing accounting and finance & consultancy functions.
*Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
*Proficiency in financial software and systems.
*The ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
Job Offer
*A competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £90,000 per annum.
*Opportunities to work in a professional and collaborative environment.
*Potential for career growth within an acquisitive accounting and finance department.
If you are interested in more details, please message Ben Copsey directly or apply via the link below.