Financial Controller

Leiths (Scotland) Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm is seeking a skilled Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with experience in managing finance teams and has a strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards. This role offers competitive compensation between £70k - £80k, along with opportunities for career growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Fully funded qualifications

Discretionary performance bonuses

33 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager, ideally within construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience developing and mentoring finance professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and revenue recognition.
• Review/prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow, and detailed board reports.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory reporting requirements, VAT, and HMRC submissions.
• Review monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Work with the team to prepare and manage budgets.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth.
• Strengthen internal financial controls and streamline accounting systems and processes.
• Work with the Statutory accountant to ensure smooth audit cycles.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to support senior leadership in strategic decision-making.
• Assist the FD on projects and ad hoc tasks as necessary.

Skills

Proficient in accounting systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

High attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Tools

Dynamics

Job description

Exciting Career Opportunity to Join Leiths(Scotland) Ltd as a Financial Controller

Leiths(Scotland) Ltd are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Controller. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all financial operations, ensure robust financial controls, and deliver accurate and timely reporting to support strategic business decisions.

If you are a qualified accountant with a strong background in financial management, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within an award-winning company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Position: Financial Controller

Location: Rigifa, Cove Aberdeen

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive and tailored to your experience £70k - £80k

Why Leiths Scotland Ltd

Award-Winning: Join a leading quarrying, construction and haulage company recognised for excellence and professionalism.

Career Growth: We invest in your development with fully funded qualifications, leadership training, and professional advancement opportunities.

Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive salary and discretionary performance bonuses.

Health and Well-being: Access Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance.

Time Off: 33 days of annual leave.

Team Spirit: Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise and ideas are valued.

Financial Security: Benefit from our company pension plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and revenue recognition.
• Review/prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow, and detailed board reports.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory reporting requirements, VAT, and HMRC submissions.
• Review monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Work with team to prepare and manage budgets.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth.
• Strengthen internal financial controls and streamline accounting systems and processes.
• Work with the Statutory accountant to ensure smooth audit cycles.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to support senior leadership in strategic decision-making.
• Assist the FD on projects and ad hoc tasks as necessary

About You

Qualifications and Experience

• Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager, ideally within construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience developing and mentoring finance professionals.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficient in accounting systems , with knowledge of Dynamics a benefit
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High attention to detail with exceptional organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Some benefits may be available after a qualifying period.