Finance Controller Needed in Greater Manchester

- Working Hours: Monday to Friday
- Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 basic + bonus + company car + benefits

Our client, a reputable and growing 3-site automotive dealer group, is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Controller to lead their Finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive finance professional to join a dynamic senior management team and play a key role in driving the financial strategy of the group.

Key Responsibilities for the Finance Controller:

- Lead and manage the Finance and Sales Administration teams across three dealership locations
- Produce monthly management accounts and financial forecasts
- Implement and manage financial policies including capital, debt, tax, pensions, and insurance
- Ensure compliance with audit standards and statutory regulatory requirements
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk
- Contribute to strategic planning and support business growth initiatives
- Deliver financial reporting to senior stakeholders

What We’re Looking For in a Finance Controller:

- Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within an Owner-Managed SME
- Strong background in the Retail Motor Trade is highly advantageous
- Fully or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACMA, ACWA preferred)
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Commercially astute with a hands-on approach and operational empathy
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Advanced IT and Excel modelling skills, including DMS experience
- High attention to detail and experience in fast-paced finance teams
- Ideally 8+ years in accounting 

If this Head of Finance / Financial Controller role interests you and you’d like to find out more about it or other senior automotive roles, please contact Cecily at Perfect Placement UK Ltd.

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