Financial Controller

Middleton Jones Ltd; Daventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established independent property investment group is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee all aspects of financial operations. You will be a crucial part of a dynamic team, providing influential leadership and driving financial strategy as the company evolves. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and the opportunity to shape the finance function in a growing SME.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Refurbished office environment

Qualifications

• Management level experience within an SME preferred, particularly in property or real estate.
• Strong grasp of financial controls, inter-company accounting.
• Comfortable with accounting systems and improving finance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function across operating entities and property structures.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and manage general ledger accuracy.
• Oversee rent collection, payroll administration, and coordinate with auditors.

Skills

Financial controls

Multi-entity reporting

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Professional accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Xero

BlueBox

Job description

The Why...

This is an opportunity to take ownership of the finance function within a long-established and newly independent property investment, development, and management group. With a broad and evolving portfolio including in-house businesses, external trusts, and third-party mandates, this role places you at the centre of strategic financial operations across a complex and interesting structure. If you seek a hands-on leadership role with visibility and real influence, this could be a strong fit.

What's in it for you?

• Salary £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
• Office-based role with potential flexibility around working hours (e.g. reduced hours across five days)
• Newly refurbished offices in Northamptonshire
• Chance to shape the finance function of a growing and diversifying SME
• Exposure to a range of business activities across property, development, and agriculture

The Role itself

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead the finance function across a range of operating entities, property structures, and trusts. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Preparing monthly management accounts across multiple companies
• Managing general ledger activity and ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting
• Producing annual budgets and forecasts, engaging with internal teams to assess risks and opportunities
• Managing day-to-day and strategic cash flow planning
• Overseeing rent collection, inter-company transactions, lease administration, and payroll (outsourced provider)
• Coordinating with external auditors and tax advisors for year-end and compliance
• Leading a small finance team, including direct oversight of a property accountant and coordination with outsourced support
• Supporting and developing team members through knowledge sharing
• Reviewing and improving accounting systems and operational finance processes (currently BlueBox and Xero)

What do you need to bring?

• Professional accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Experience operating at a management level within an SME, with a preference for property or real estate exposure
• Strong grasp of financial controls, inter-company accounting, and multi-entity reporting
• Comfortable being hands-on and detail-oriented in a small team environment
• Proficient in managing multiple systems and improving finance processes
• A collaborative approach and confidence in liaising with non-finance colleagues across the business

Finer Details

• Office-based in Daventry, Northamptonshire
• Standard working hours, with flexibility to accommodate working parents where possible
• Both full-time and part-time candidates will be considered, provided the role is carried out on-site to ensure engagement with the wider team