Financial Controller

A successful and growing privately 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 control • Producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts and financial reporting • Supporting strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting • Providing commercial analysis and insight to support business decisions • Managing cashflow forecasting, treasury activities, and banking relationships • Supporting operational teams with financial and commercial information • Reviewing and improving systems, controls, and finance processes • Supporting digital and process improvement initiatives across the business • Identifying business risks and supporting governance and compliance activities • Leading and developing the finance team • Acting as a key business partner to senior leadership across operational and commercial functions We 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 qualified or Qualified by experience • Possess strong commercial and operational finance capability • Be hands-on whilst also able to contribute strategically • Have experience supporting senior leadership and board-level stakeholders • Demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills • Be proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused • Be available to start immediately or at short notice What’s on Offer • High-profile FC / FD designate opportunity • Broad strategic and operational exposure • Opportunity to influence and shape the business If 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.