Financial Controller
6 days ago
Wolverhampton
We are representing a privately held investment group with a growing portfolio spanning private equity, operating businesses and real estate assets. The organisation combines long-term vision with the pace and flexibility of a modern investment office. With a diverse set of investments and new opportunities on the horizon, this is a dynamic environment where commercial insight and financial leadership directly shape business growth and value creation. This newly created role offers a rare opportunity to build a finance function from the ground up — partnering closely with the CFO and founding team to deliver financial excellence across a high-performing, values-led investment platform. Direct message the job poster from SG Partnership • Shape the Function: Lead the development of an in-house finance capability, establishing the systems, processes and reporting structures that underpin group growth., • Strategic Exposure: Work hand-in-hand with senior leadership on live transactions, performance improvement, and strategic decision-making., • Variety & Impact: Gain experience across financial reporting, investment analysis, M&A and portfolio support., • Entrepreneurial Culture: Operate in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment where initiative and ownership are encouraged., • Long‑Term Outlook: Join a privately funded investment group with a patient approach to growth and a commitment to professional development., • Manage day‑to‑day finance operations across multiple entities within the group., • Prepare consolidated management accounts, budgets and cashflow forecasts., • Lead year‑end reporting, audits and statutory compliance., • Develop and implement effective financial systems, controls and processes., • Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO and leadership team, providing clear financial insight to support strategic decisions., • Partner with portfolio management teams to enhance forecasting, budgeting and performance analysis., • Collaborate with investment and asset teams on project appraisals, financing and performance tracking., • Manage relationships with external advisors, banks and lenders on funding and investment matters., • Support on acquisitions, disposals and investment structuring., • Build and maintain financial models to evaluate performance and returns., • Assist with due diligence, integration and ongoing monitoring of portfolio companies., • Provide analysis on deal returns, capital deployment and overall group performance., • Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)., • Experience within private equity, investment, family office or multi‑entity group environments., • Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS and consolidations., • Commercially minded, with the confidence to influence non‑finance stakeholders., • Hands‑on and adaptable, able to thrive in a developing environment., • Excellent communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills. This is a unique opportunity to step into a pivotal finance leadership role within a growing and entrepreneurial investment group. As Investment Finance Manager, you’ll help shape how the business operates financially and collaborate directly with senior stakeholders, playing a key role in driving performance, growth and long‑term value creation. If you’re ready to go beyond traditional accounting and make a meaningful impact in a fast‑evolving investment environment, we’d love to hear from you. Mid‑Senior level Full‑time Finance and Accounting / Auditing Investment Management #J-18808-Ljbffr