Group Financial Controller

We are partnering with a private equity-backed, high-growth professional services group, based in Solihull, undergoing an ambitious buy-and-build strategy. With strong financial backing and an active M&A pipeline, the business is scaling rapidly through acquisitions and organic growth.

As part of this journey, we are seeking a technically strong ACA qualified Group Financial Controller to play a critical leadership role in shaping a best-in-class finance function. This is a unique opportunity to join at a pivotal stage and have genuine impact on the future of the organisation.

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will operate at the heart of a fast-paced, deal-driven environment. You will combine strong technical expertise with commercial acumen, helping to scale the finance function while supporting ongoing M&A activity and post-deal integration.

You will lead from the front, driving improvements in reporting, controls, systems, and processes, while building a high-performing team.

Key responsibilities include:

Financial Control & Reporting

• Own and enhance the Group's financial control environment
• Lead consolidated reporting and statutory accounts across multiple entities
• Ensure consistency in accounting policies (IFRS/UK GAAP)
• Manage external audits and regulatory compliance

Private Equity & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key interface with private equity investors
• Support board reporting and strategic decision-making
• Build relationships with lenders, auditors, and advisors

M&A & Integration

• Support financial due diligence and deal execution
• Lead post-acquisition integration of finance processes and reporting
• Drive synergy tracking and performance optimisation

Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Drive improvements in reporting quality and timelines
• Lead finance transformation projects across systems and processes
• Implement scalable infrastructure to support growth
• Champion automation and efficiency initiatives

Leadership

• Build, develop, and inspire a high-performing finance team
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Candidate profile required:

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Previously trained with a top-tier accountancy firm.
• Experience within a private equity-backed business
• Strong M&A exposure
• Track record of driving change in reporting, systems, and processes
• Experience in post-acquisition integration
• Strong technical knowledge (IFRS/UK GAAP)
• Excellent stakeholder management skills

What's on offer:

£100,000 - £115,000 + benefits package to include bonus

Based in Solihull on a hybrid basis

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