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Date Added: Mon 12/05/2025

Financial Controller

Manchester, UK
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Company: PALATINE TALENT LTD

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum

Are you a hands-on finance professional looking to take ownership of the numbers in a growing business? Whether you're a seasoned accountant with experience in an SME environment or a Management/Financial Accountant ready to step into your first Financial Controller role; this opportunity could be the perfect fit.

We’re partnering with a well-established business turning over just under £5m per annum, seeking a capable and motivated Financial Controller to take responsibility for day-to-day finance operations. You’ll oversee all core accounting duties, supervise one finance assistant, and provide the leadership and reliability that a small but ambitious business need

Based out of their Wythenshawe office, your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing the full finance function including month-end, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
  • Preparing management accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
  • Handling VAT returns, payroll oversight, and statutory submissions
  • Supporting commercial decision-making with clear financial insight
  • Supervising and mentoring one finance assistant

The successful candidate is likely to be qualified by experience or part-qualified/qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), and have previous experience in an SME environment with end-to-end finance responsibility. You will be confident with Excel, possess strong attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Working closely with the leadership team, you will bring excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team. This is an exciting opportunity to take the reins in a finance role with real autonomy and variety. It is a growing business where your contribution matters, and a could represent a great opportunity for someone looking to step up into their first Financial Controller role.

You can expect a competitive base salary, a suite of attractive benefits and career experience that will directly contribute to the continued growth of a fantastic business.

Interested in progressing your application? Apply without delay.

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