Financial Controller

Dickson O'Brien AssociatesBlackburnreedpublished 09/23/2026
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FINANCE CONTROLLER

ACA or ACCA Qualified

We’re working with an established and growing professional practice to recruit an ACA or ACCA qualified Finance Controller into a key senior leadership role.

This is not just a reporting position . You’ll be a strategic partner to the CEO, Board and Partner team, providing commercial insight, driving performance and helping shape the future growth of the business.

The Role

  • Strategic finance partner to the CEO, Board and Partners
  • Lead, develop and support the Finance team
  • Own monthly management accounts, MI, budgeting and forecasting
  • Drive improvements across WIP, debt and cash management
  • Lead local M&A, due diligence and integration
  • Support finance systems implementation and continuous improvement
  • Provide commercial advice to support growth and profitability
  • Identify financial and business risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Develop, monitor and report on Group KPIs
  • Represent Finance at monthly Partner meetings and build strong relationships across the business

About You

  • ACA or ACCA qualified – essential
  • Strong commercial and financial leadership experience
  • Experience of working at Board, CEO or Partner level
  • Excellent business partnering and communication skills
  • Commercially focused, with the confidence to challenge and influence
  • Experience of driving process, systems and operational improvements
  • Ideally experienced in M&A, due diligence and integration

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Finance Controller, Financial Controller, Finance Director or senior finance professional looking to take a genuine leadership role within a growing organisation.