Financial Controller

A dynamic, commercially minded Financial Controller is sought to play a critical role in driving financial success and support the senior management team as the company embarks on a new phase of growth. The Group operates throughout London and the South East, working with Tier 1 Contractors and House Builders.

The Financial Controller will:

• Work closely with the Managing Director, the board, and other directors, to provide financial leadership.
• Oversee all financial activities of the company and help drive future growth.
• Work closely with the Commercial Director ensuring effective project management and implementing strategies to promote long-term business success.
• Manage, develop and mentor the finance team, with a focus on collaboration and achieving strategic goals.

Key responsibilities for the Financial Controller include:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis – oversee and prepare monthly manufacturing financial statements, including KPIs to present at monthly Board meetings.
• Budgeting & Forecasting – support long-term strategic planning for projects and revenue, costs, and cash flow.
• Cost Management & Control – implement effective systems and cost control measures for construction projects, liaising closely with the Commercial Director.
• Cash Flow Management – manage liquidity and cash flow forecast for the project pipeline.
• Compliance & Audit – coordinate the annual audit and ensure full compliance with financial regulations and submissions (including VAT, CIS, and payroll requirements).
• Risk Management – ensure the presence of robust financial controls to identify, manage and mitigate the financial risks relating to construction projects.

The Financial Controller duties will also include:

• Business Partnering – Work closely with the Commercial Director and MD to manage construction project profitability (through adequate project-based accounting systems), provide strategic input and due diligence for potential new projects and associated project risks.
• Team Management & Development – Manage, develop and mentor the finance team (3 Assistant Accountants/Management Accountant).
• Strategic Planning & Advisory – Work closely with the Director Shareholders on future business strategies and succession planning.

Suitable candidates for the Financial Controller position will:

• Be a qualified accountant with experience of managing and developing finance teams in a high transaction environment (ideally construction or manufacturing).
• Have commercial acumen and an analytical approach – with a strong understanding of construction contracts, project-based accounting, and risk management.
• Have experience using Sage 200, Excel, and other accounting software relevant to project-based accounting.
• Have a meticulous approach to tracking costs/revenues/cash flow ensuring the financial viability of projects.
• Be dynamic and strategic in nature – to support the Board as the company embarks on a new phase of growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact by driving financial success and supporting the Managing Director and the Board, with potential for the right individual to progress into a more senior Director role in the future.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Manufacturing and Construction

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