Financial Controller

A successful and growingprivately owned business based in Thirsk is looking to appoint a Financial Controller -Financial Director designate. The role has arisen due to succession planning.This is a highly visible leadership role, operating as a true FC / FD designate position, supporting the Board of Directors both strategically and operationally. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving business performance, improving financial processes, improving IT (developing the ERP system) and supporting wider commercial decision making across the organisation.The role offers an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional who enjoys operating beyond the numbers and influencing the wider direction of a business.The Role Reporting directly to the Board, responsibilities will include:Leading the day-to-day finance function and ensuring robust financial controlProducing timely and accurate monthly management accounts and financial reportingSupporting strategic planning, budgeting, and forecastingProviding commercial analysis and insight to support business decisionsManaging cashflow forecasting, treasury activities, and banking relationshipsSupporting operational teams with financial and commercial informationReviewing and improving systems, controls, and finance processesSupporting digital and process improvement initiatives across the businessIdentifying business risks and supporting governance and compliance activitiesLeading and developing the finance teamActing as a key business partner to senior leadership across operational and commercial functionsWe are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded finance professional who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced SME environment.You will ideally:Be ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifiedor Qualified by experiencePossess strong commercial and operational finance capabilityBe hands-on whilst also able to contribute strategicallyHave experience supporting senior leadership and board-level stakeholdersDemonstrate strong analytical and communication skillsBe proactive, resilient, and solutions-focusedBe available to start immediately or at short noticeWhats on Offer High-profile FC / FD designate opportunityBroad strategic and operational exposureOpportunity to influence and shape the businessIf you are interested in this Financial Controller opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.TPBN1_UKTJ