Job Description:

An established and growing project-led business is seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function

This is a broad role offering genuine variety and visibility across the business. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls, improving processes and providing meaningful financial information to support business performance. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the day-to-day finance function
• Produce monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts
• Manage cashflow, working capital and financial reporting
• Prepare statutory accounts and support audit requirements
• Ensure VAT, PAYE and regulatory compliance
• Support project costing, margin analysis and operational reporting
• Develop and improve financial controls, systems and processes
• Partner with operational managers to drive profitability and performance
• Lead and develop a small finance team

About You

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience
• Previous experience within a Financial Controller or senior finance role
• Strong management accounting, financial control and reporting experience
• Experience within a contracting, construction, engineering or project-based environment would be advantageous
• Commercially minded with a proactive, hands-on approach
• Strong systems, process improvement and stakeholder management skills
• Confident working closely with senior leadership teams

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a tangible impact within a growing business, helping to shape the finance function while remaining close to the day-to-day operations.