At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial reporting and strengthen finance functions in a growing construction company.
- Company: Connolly, a family-oriented construction refurbishment company focused on social housing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, generous holidays, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating better homes and communities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on financial governance while supporting community-focused projects.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with strong financial control experience.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
About us
Connolly is a leading construction refurbishment company based in Wigan, with family values at our core. We operate within the social housing sector, delivering planned maintenance and retrofit works for local authorities and housing associations across the Northwest, West Yorkshire and North Wales. We are committed to creating better homes, stronger communities and positive change for the people we work with and alongside.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and driven Financial Controller to join our finance team, reporting to the Head of Finance. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for strengthening and professionalising the finance function. You will ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of our financial reporting, maintain a strong financial control environment and provide technical accounting leadership across the business. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a critical role in supporting business performance, driving improvements and ensuring robust financial governance as the business continues to grow.
Responsibilities
- Owning the monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting processes
- Ensuring accurate and timely month end and year end close
- Reviewing management accounts and ensuring high quality financial insight for senior leadership
- Maintaining strong balance sheet controls, including reconciliations and review processes
- Developing and strengthening internal controls across the business
- Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies
- Acting as the technical accounting lead, advising on new and complex transactions
- Leading the preparation of statutory accounts and managing the external audit process
- Overseeing cash reporting, working capital and balance sheet performance
- Identifying financial risks and implementing appropriate controls and mitigations
- Leading, coaching and developing members of the finance team
- Driving continuous improvement in finance processes, systems and ways of working
- Building strong relationships across operational teams to support effective decision making
Required qualifications
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified accountant
- Significant post‑qualification experience in a financial control or similar role
- Proven experience delivering accurate, timely financial reporting in a complex or growing organisation
- Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP / IFRS)
- Experience of improving financial controls, processes and reporting standards
- Experience managing or mentoring finance teams
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
- Experience working with external auditors and delivering statutory accounts
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems / ERP platforms
- A proactive, hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail and accountability
- Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information for non‑finance stakeholders
Desirable
- Experience within construction, social housing or a multi‑site operational environment
- Experience supporting business growth, transformation or system improvements
Benefits
In this role you will receive an attractive rewards package that will include a competitive salary/package, company pension, generous holiday entitlement plus other benefits including training and development.
How to apply
If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. No applicant will be excluded on the grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, marital status, disability, age, religion, belief or sexual orientation.
Financial Controller in Wigan employer: Connolly LTD
Connolly Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture in Wigan that prioritises employee growth and stability. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, we empower our finance team to excel while ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and strong controls. Join us to be part of a supportive environment where your expertise will drive meaningful business performance.
