Group Financial Controller

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Base pay range

Location: Lincoln

Salary: Up to £100k

Role: Permanent – Full-time

Are you ready to take on a career-defining role where you can shape financial strategy, lead a high-performing team, and drive real business impact? If you're a bold, forward-thinking finance leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments, this is your moment.

We're searching for an exceptional Group Financial Controller to take charge of our clients finance function, elevate their financial operations, and play a critical role in their company success. This is not just about keeping the numbers in check – it’s about leading change, driving innovation, and making an impact at the highest level.

Your Mission

As our clients Group Financial Controller, you’ll be the driving force behind financial excellence, leading a team of 40 finance professionals, including five direct reports. Reporting to the Group Finance Director, you’ll ensure top-tier financial control, reporting, and compliance while pioneering improvements across the function. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role that will put you at the heart of key business decisions.

What You’ll Own and Deliver

• Lead with Authority – Build, develop, and inspire a powerhouse finance team that delivers results.
• Shape Financial Strategy – Provide critical insights and strategic direction to senior leadership, influencing major business moves.
• Master Financial Control – Ensure financial reporting, risk management, and compliance are nothing short of exceptional.
• Drive Operational Excellence – Take charge of financial systems, automate processes, and improve efficiency across the board.
• Be a Key Business Partner – Work alongside senior leadership, external advisors, auditors, and key stakeholders to drive success.
• Own M&A & Compliance – Play a pivotal role in acquisitions, integrations, and regulatory compliance.

What You Bring

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) with a track record of financial leadership at scale.
• Proven success in financial control, reporting, and system transformation.
• A natural leader who knows how to inspire, mentor, and build high-performing teams.
• Expertise in IFRS, audit, payroll, pensions, and taxation (a plus but not essential).
• A sharp, strategic mindset with the confidence to challenge the status quo.
• A resilient, hands-on, and solutions-focused approach to leadership.

Why This Role?

• Own Your Impact – This is a role where your decisions will shape the future of the business.
• Lead a High-Performing Team – Take charge of an ambitious, talented finance function.
• Influence at the Top – Work directly with senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Drive Change & Innovation – Be at the forefront of finance transformation and process optimisation.
• Unlock Career Growth – Thrive in an environment that rewards strategic thinking and leadership excellence.

This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role with real influence, drive financial excellence, and make your mark on a growing business.

If you’re ready to take the next big step in your career, apply now to become our clients Group Financial Controller.

About us:

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Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management
• Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing