Financial & Accounting Controller - Month End

Posted 14/05/2026 by Randstad Finance

Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary/Rate:
£40 - £50/hour
Junior Controller - Reporting

Location: Manchester (Hybrid) | Exp: 4+ Years PQE | Focus: Month- end

The Role Act as the technical accounting expert within the Reporting and Ops team. You will be accountable for all group reporting requirements, ensuring the integrity of the P&L and Balance Sheet, and supporting the end-to-end external audit process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Group Reporting: Own the relationship with Group Finance, driving high-quality submissions and resolving technical queries.

  • Audit Liaison: Support the management of the external audit process and coordinate key deliverables.

  • Technical Excellence: Prepare accounting papers on provisions, judgments, and new standard implementations.

  • Compliance: Maintain SOX controls, including local GAAP to US GAAP reconciliations.

  • Business Partnering: Support the financial review of new contracts and lead monthly management meetings.

Requirements

  • Qualification: ACA qualified (preferred); ACCA/CIMA considered for the right candidate.

  • Experience: 4 years post-qualification experience in a reporting-heavy role.

  • Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP.

  • Competencies: Analytical mindset with the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders; self-directed and resourceful.

Why Join? A high-visibility role for a solution-oriented professional looking to drive reporting standards within a global, fast-paced finance function.

Apply Now - Desired Start Date: ASAP

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003

Type:
Contract
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
PR-1510758_1778752286
Job ID:
225109011

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