Financial Controller

Reed; Huntingdon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to oversee all financial operations, manage daily financial tasks, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in finance, including job costing and project accounting, along with strong leadership and communication skills. This role offers hybrid working conditions and a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive finance experience, including 2+ years in a senior role.
• Strong understanding of job costing, WIP, and project accounting.
• Proficient in financial software.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the finance and accounting department.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead annual budgeting and mid-year reforecasting processes.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA)

Tools

Financial software (IFS, SAP, Oracle)

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Job Title: Financial Controller

Contract Type: Interim

Pay: £300 PAYE

Hybrid Working: 3 days in Office, 2 days from Home

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Controller to oversee all financial operations. This role is pivotal in financial planning, reporting, cost control, compliance, and strategic financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage daily operations of the finance and accounting department
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee cash flow, forecasting, and working capital
• Ensure compliance with FRS101 and internal accounting policies

Job Costing & Project Accounting

• Implement and maintain job costing systems to monitor project profitability
• Collaborate with project managers to track costs, billing, and margins
• Review and approve project budgets and financial change orders

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting and mid-year reforecasting processes
• Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis for strategic planning
• Support department heads with financial insights and cost control

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, audits, and industry-specific standards
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies
• Strengthen internal controls and financial procedures

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff (e.g., AR/AP clerks, accountants)
• Evaluate and improve accounting systems and software tools
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

Required:

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA)
• 5+ years of progressive finance experience, including 2+ years in a senior role
• Strong understanding of job costing, WIP, and project accounting
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., IFS, SAP, Oracle or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Collaborative and hands-on approach