Financial Controller

Staging It; Leeds; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil Engineering business in Leeds is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and drive efficiency. This hands-on role offers a clear path to Finance Director, ideal for an ambitious finance professional. Responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting, and team management, while ensuring alignment with strategic goals. The position promises growth opportunities and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Additional Benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA required.
• Extensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of financial reports including management accounts and balance sheets.
• Oversee transactional accounting functions and manage budgeting processes.
• Collaborate with senior management on growth opportunities and operational risks.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash Flow Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is delighted to be recruiting for a Financial Controller to lead the financial operations of a thriving Civil Engineering business based in Leeds. This hands-on role offers a clear and exciting career path to Finance Director, making it the perfect opportunity for a forward-thinking finance professional looking to take their career to the next level.

As the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the company's financial operations, ensuring robust reporting and driving business efficiency through insightful analysis. Alongside overseeing day-to-day financial management, this hands-on position will allow you to work on strategic initiatives with the senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly management accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee all transactional accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and inventory.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes, aligning financial planning with the company's strategic goals.
• Drive the delivery of variance analysis and provide actionable insights to improve cost efficiency and profitability.
• Monitor and optimise cash flow and treasury management to support business continuity and growth.
• Collaborate with the senior management team to evaluate growth opportunities, capital investments, and operational risks.
• Manage and develop a small finance team, providing mentorship and encouraging continuous professional development
  
  

Requirements

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA
• Demonstrated ability to oversee both operational and strategic financial activities
• Extensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• High level of integrity with strong interpersonal and communication skills
  
  

Salary And Benefits

• £75,000 - £80,000, plus car allowance, bonus, and additional benefits
  
  

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