Financial Controller Job at 360 Resourcing Solutions (Manchester, Trafford Park or Wallasey, Merseyside)

Financial Controller

360 Resourcing Solutions

Location:
United Kingdom , Manchester, Trafford Park or Wallasey, Merseyside

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

61000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller (hands-on) will own the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate, timely, and well-controlled financial reporting. This role is responsible for running the monthly close, maintaining balance sheet integrity, managing cash flow, and providing reliable financial information to support decision-making in a fast-growing startup environment. The Financial Controller will work closely with the Finance Director, FP&A, and the Assistant Accountant acting as the operational backbone of the finance function while remaining actively involved in the detail.

Job Responsibility:

Own and deliver the monthly close process, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations
Maintain full ownership of the general ledger and balance sheet, ensuring all control accounts are accurate and issues are resolved promptly
Prepare and review monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
Investigate variances and work with budget holders to understand performance drivers
Ensure financial data is accurate, well-documented, and audit-ready at all times
Own cash flow forecasting and liquidity management, working closely with the Finance Director
Authorise payments and ensure expenditure is appropriately controlled and aligned with budgets
Implement and maintain practical financial controls and processes suitable for a growing startup
Oversee VAT, ERS, and other statutory filings, ensuring compliance and timely submission
Review insurance policies and maintain appropriate financial governance frameworks
Provide day-to-day oversight and support to the transactional finance resource (PL/SL)
Act as the primary owner of month-end, stepping in hands-on where required to meet deadlines
Support the development of finance team capabilities and processes as the business scales
Act as the main point of contact for external auditors, coordinating statutory accounts and audit processes
Prepare grant claims in collaboration with the innovation and operations teams
Support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting alongside FP&A
Assist the Finance Director with ad hoc projects, including financial modelling, fundraising support, and share-related activities

Requirements:

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
Minimum 12 months post-qualification experience
Proven experience preparing and owning management accounts and month-end close
Experience supporting or supervising transactional finance activity
Strong Excel skills and experience using Sage 50 (or similar SME accounting systems)
High level of general IT literacy
Comfortable owning and delivering finance processes end-to-end
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and time management
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data clearly
Confident working independently in a lean, fast-moving environment
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across the business
Willing and able to remain hands-on, particularly during month-end and busy periods

Nice to have:

Experience working in a startup or high-growth SME
Background in accounting practice (audit or advisory)
Experience building or improving financial dashboards and reporting tools
Interest in technology, automation, or AI applications in finance
Alignment with sustainability or environmentally focused organisations

What we offer:

Pension (7.5% employer contribution)
Share Options
Flexible and Hybrid Working
Health, Dental and Mental Health Care
Income Protection
Electric and Plug-In Hybrid car scheme
Company reward & discount platform

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 30, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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Financial Controller

360 Resourcing Solutions

Location:
United Kingdom , Manchester, Trafford Park or Wallasey, Merseyside

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 30, 2026

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