Financial Controller

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Financial Controller

High‑Growth, Private Equity–Backed Group

A highly acquisitive Private Equity firm is expanding its finance leadership bench and is seeking an exceptional finance professional to help drive performance across a fast‑growing portfolio. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high‑visibility role where your work directly shapes value creation, operational excellence, and future acquisitions.

The Opportunity

You’ll join a dynamic, PE‑backed environment where pace, precision, and commercial thinking skills are essential. Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead financial operations, strengthen controls, and support integration across newly acquired businesses.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in change, enjoys building structure, and wants to accelerate their career in a high‑growth investment environment.

Requirements
Key Responsibilities

Lead day‑to‑day financial operations across multiple business units

Manage and develop a high‑performing finance team

Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end reporting cycles

Drive improvements in financial controls, processes, and reporting quality

Support integration of newly acquired entities into group finance

Partner with operational leaders to provide insight, analysis, and decision support

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash‑flow management

Support system enhancements, automation, and ERP optimisation

Contribute to PE value‑creation initiatives and strategic projects

Experience Required

8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance

Proven experience managing teams and leading financial operations

Strong grounding in accounting standards, financial reporting, and controls

Demonstrated ability to operate in fast‑paced, evolving environments

Experience in PE‑backed, multi‑entity, or acquisitive businesses is advantageous

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of UK GAAP / IFRS and financial reporting best practice

Advanced Excel capability (modelling, analysis, automation)

Strong financial systems expertise

Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Netsuite, or similar

Ability to streamline processes and leverage technology for efficiency.

Benefits

A high‑impact role with direct exposure to senior leadership and investors

Rapid progression opportunities within a scaling PE environment

The chance to shape finance operations across a growing portfolio

Salary of £55,000 - £65,000, Plus Benefits
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Location:
Leicester
Salary:
£55,000 - £65,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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