Group Financial Controller

Job Title: Group Financial ControllerLocation: DerbyshireSalary: £60,000 - £85,000 (DOE) Are you an experienced finance professional ready to take the next step towards Finance Director and, ultimately, CFO? We're working with a rapidly growing SME business in Derbyshire that has ambitious expansion plans through further acquisition. As the organisation continues to grow, they're looking to appoint a commercially minded Group Financial Controller to develop a scalable finance function and become a key part of the leadership team.The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of its growth journey. Initially, you'll take on a hands-on role, getting under the skin of the business, bringing together financial reporting across multiple entities and creating a robust group finance structure. Once those foundations are in place, you'll have the autonomy to shape the future of the finance function, build your own team and play a key role in supporting future acquisitions. This is the ideal role for an ambitious Financial Controller who's ready for a broader leadership position whilst still enjoying being close to the detail.Key Responsibilities

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• Lead the Group finance function across multiple entities.
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• Produce consolidated management accounts and Group reporting.
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• Improve financial reporting, controls and processes across the business.
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• Manage budgeting, forecasting and cashflow reporting.
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• Provide commercial financial insight to senior leadership.
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• Support future acquisitions through financial due diligence and integration.
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• Develop a scalable finance structure to support continued business growth.
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• Play a key role in building and developing the finance team as the business expands.
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What We're Looking For

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• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
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• Experience producing consolidated accounts within a multi-entity environment.
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• Strong understanding of group reporting, cashflow and financial controls.
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• Previous exposure to acquisitions or business integration would be advantageous.
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• A hands-on approach with the ambition to grow into a broader strategic leadership role.
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Why This Role Stands Out

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• Join a business with ambitious acquisition and growth plans.
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• Genuine opportunity to shape and build the Group finance function.
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• Progression towards Finance Director as the business continues to scale.
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• Opportunity to recruit and develop your own finance team.
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• High level of exposure to acquisitions, commercial decision-making and senior leadership.
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If you're an ambitious Financial Controller looking for the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation and progress your career into a senior finance leadership position, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today or contact Harry Hallam at Blusource Recruitment on for a confidential conversation.