Group Finance Controller

A high-growth, private equity-backed organisation in Northampton is seeking a technically strong Group Financial Controller to play a pivotal leadership role within its finance function.Operating in a capex-heavy, infrastructure-style environment, the business is scaling rapidly and investing significantly in its asset base.This role offers the opportunity to shape financial processes, enhance systems and controls, and deliver high-quality insight to senior leadership and investors.You will work closely with the CFO and leadership team, combining technical excellence, operational grip, and strategic insight.The RoleFinancial Reporting & ControlLead the Group's financial processing and reporting function, ensuring accurate and timely month-end closeDeliver high-quality management reporting, board packs, and KPI analysisOwn the integrity of financial information, ensuring it supports decision-making across the businessSupport statutory reporting and the year-end audit process, ensuring compliance with IFRSFinancial Control, Governance & ComplianceMaintain and enhance a strong financial control environment across a multi-entity groupEnsure robust balance sheet discipline and reconciliationsOversee compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and audit requirementsSupport ESG-related reporting where finance data underpins disclosuresCash, Treasury & Balance Sheet ManagementOversee cashflow forecasting, liquidity management, and working capital optimisationProvide oversight of treasury activities, including banking, intercompany balances, and cash poolingDrive strong balance sheet control and cash management disciplineSystems, Data & TransformationProvide oversight of financial systems, controls, and data governanceDrive adoption of automation, analytics, and technology to modernise financeLead system enhancements, integrations, and improvements to support business growth and scalabilityBusiness Partnering & InsightProvide clear, commercially relevant financial insight on performance, risks, and opportunitiesPartner with operational and commercial teams to embed finance into decision-makingSupport reporting to private equity stakeholdersStrategic Projects & GrowthPlay a key role in M&A activity, including due diligence and integrationSupport business transformation and process improvement initiativesContribute to group restructuring and scaling activitiesLeadershipLead and develop a high-performing finance teamFoster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and excellenceThe CandidateWe are looking for a high-calibre, technically excellent finance leader:ACA qualified (Big Four preferred) with strong post-qualified experienceProven track record in Group Financial Controller / Head of Reporting rolesDeep technical expertise in IFRS, consolidations, and complex accounting areasExperience in asset-heavy / capex-intensive sectors such as infrastructure, energy, utilities, transport, manufacturing, or similarBackground in PE-backed or complex multi-entity environments is highly desirableStrong systems and process mindset, with exposure to finance transformation / automationDemonstrated ability to lead teams and operate at pace in a growing business Package on offer: £110,000 - £120,000 + benefits to include bonus and car allowanceDesired Skills and ExperienceGroup Financial Controller, Group Accounting, Private Equity, ACA, ICAEWAt Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.