Financial Controller (12-month FTC)
Camino Partners Ltd is looking for an Financial Controller (12-month FTC) in Manchester Area
Job description
Our client, a growing recruitment group, is seeking a Finance Controller to join them on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys shaping processes, systems, and reporting. Reporting directly into the Finance Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening financial operations and supporting strategic decision-making throughout the contract period.
Role Overview
Our client is looking for someone who can confidently lead day-to-day finance operations while driving continual improvement across the finance function. You’ll also take ownership of monthly group consolidation across multiple entities — a key part of the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily finance operations: AP, AR, payroll, and banking
- Prepare monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and board packs
- Lead budgeting and planning cycles, providing clear commercial insight
- Complete monthly group consolidation and intercompany reconciliations
- Maintain strong financial controls, policies, and compliance standards
- Drive improvements in financial systems, automation, and reporting processes
- Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and banking partners
About You
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE with strong SME experience
- Essential experience working with multi-entity structures
- Recruitment sector experience is beneficial but not essential
- Commercial, analytical, and confident engaging with stakeholders
- Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable in a dynamic environment
- Strong systems capability (Xero/Sage or similar) with a process-improvement mindset
This role
- A pivotal finance role working closely with the Finance Director
- A 12-month FTC with real influence over systems, reporting, and controls
- Supportive, collaborative culture where your contribution is valued
- Competitive salary, benefits, and genuine autonomy
Extra information
- Status
- Closed
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Manchester Area
- Type of Contract
- Casual / Part Time Jobs
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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