Financial Controller - ACCA Chester Up to 65,000 DOEAre you an ACCA-qualified finance professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to manage a finance function, influence business decisions and work for a fast-growing international company?Our client, a well-established global manufacturer with ambitious UK growth plans, is seeking a Financial Controller to join their Chester team. This is a high-profile role offering real responsibility and leadership opportunities. Why this role? Lead and develop a team - take ownership of a small but capable finance function. Strategic impact - partner with senior leaders to drive performance and support expansion. Career progression - play a key role in a growing business, with scope to progress further as the UK team expands.Responsibilities include:Taking full ownership of month-end close and statutory reporting under UK GAAP.Managing budgets, forecasts and cashflow, providing insight to influence business decisions.Overseeing relationships with auditors, tax advisors and other external stakeholders.Partnering with operations, sales and procurement to provide actionable financial insight and drive business performance. About you:ACCA qualified (essential)Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience, ideally in industry or practice.Strong technical accounting knowledge, SAP experience desirable.Ambitious, proactive and confident communicator.Commercially minded and eager to step into leadership and influence ..... full job details .....