Group Financial Controller

?A fast-growing, specialist, multi-sector group of companies based in Harrogate is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified Financial Controller to join the business at a pivotal stage of expansion.

This is more than a traditional finance role. Working directly with the Managing Director, you'll be at the heart of strategic decision-making, playing a key role in driving growth across a multi-site operation.

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The Opportunity

As Financial Controller, you will:

• Partner closely with the Managing Director to support strategic growth plans.
• Lead, develop and manage the Accounts team, aligning responsibilities to individual strengths.
• Take full ownership of financial processes and reporting across the group.
• Identify opportunities to enhance systems, controls and commercial performance.
• Provide clear, insightful financial analysis to senior stakeholders.
• Present current and forecast financial performance to both internal and external parties.
• Influence key commercial decisions with data-driven insight.

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This is a high-visibility role offering full commercial exposure across the organisation - ideal for someone who wants to move beyond reporting and truly shape business performance.

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Ideally we're looking for:

• CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified (or finalist with strong experience).
• Previous experience as a Finance Manager or Financial Controller.
• Strong commercial acumen and the confidence to challenge and influence.
• Experience within a multi-site or SME environment (advantageous but not essential).
• A proactive leader who enjoys improving processes and developing teams.

Why Apply?

• Join a successful and expanding retail group.
• Play a central role in strategic and commercial decision-making.
• Work directly with senior leadership.
• Genuine opportunity to make a measurable impact.

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Ideal opportunity for any CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified finance professional looking for a role that puts you at the forefront of commercial decision-making in a growing business.

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Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.