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Our client, a PE backed business in Manchester are looking to appoint an experienced, technically strong Group Financial Controller to work alongside the Finance Director. This is a newly created role and the successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing the Audit, Financial Reporting, Statutory Accounts, Treasury and Board reporting. With impressive growth plans, this is a great time to join the business. Location: Manchester (3 days in the office) Salary: c.£75,000-£85,000. Key responsibilities: Ownership of internal and external reporting requirements, including leading the external audit and managing relationships. Producing insightful MI to present to Board and SLT. Analysis of financial risk and controls to ensure robust finance processes are documented and managed effectively. Leading on taxation, ensuring accuracy and deadlines are met. Analysis of business performance and presenting information to the Board. Review of management accounts, providing detailed commercial insight and analysis. Managing the loan portfolio for the Group, including financing facilities and relationship with lenders. Leading the annual Group budget process. Overall management of cash, ensuring strong cost control. Integration of future acquisitions and changing models to support future investment decisions. Requirements: Qualified ACA/ACCA / CIMA - with a strong technical accounting background. Experience of embedding Business Partnering models. Experience in a Private Equity backed business would be highly desirable. Experience of supporting and presenting information at Board level. Experience of taxation and advising Boards and Directors on potential tax treatments.