Financial Controller

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We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-focused Financial Controller to oversee the full financial operations of the organisation, as well as those of an associated property development entity responsible for on-site construction projects.

Working closely with senior leadership, this role is essential for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong compliance, and efficient financial processes across both businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting

  • Prepare and maintain a rolling six-month cash flow forecast to support effective short-term financial control.
  • Produce and monitor a three-year cash flow forecast, including covenant calculations and working capital assessments.

Daily & Monthly Financial Operations

  • Complete daily bank reconciliations.
  • Manage sales invoicing, credit control and account reconciliations.
  • Oversee purchase ledger processing, supplier statement reconciliations and payment runs.
  • Administer monthly payroll, including pension auto-enrolment and statutory compliance.
  • Manage employee-related matters such as leave entitlement, sickness, statutory payments and wage compliance.
  • Handle customer and supplier queries.
  • Prepare daily financial updates for senior management.
  • Complete monthly credit card reconciliations for both entities.

Reporting & Compliance

  • Produce accurate month-end and year-end management, statutory and financial accounts.
  • Support external audit requirements where applicable.
  • Monitor monthly KPIs and report variances.
  • Submit monthly CIS returns
  • Prepare and file quarterly VAT returns for the development entity.

Project & Operational Support

  • Monitor development and construction projects, including preparing financial drawdown information for external assessors.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, service providers and insurers.
  • Develop and implement improved financial processes, systems and internal controls.
  • Carry out additional tasks as required by senior leadership.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
  • Strong experience in preparing and interpreting management accounts.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of accuracy and organisational ability.
  • Proficiency with financial software (e.g., Sage) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to present complex information effectively.
  • Experience in a regulated or multi-entity environment is beneficial but not essential.

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