Financial Controller

Ives Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to manage finance functions and contribute to strategic growth. The ideal candidate will have ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications and proven experience in Construction or Engineering sectors. Responsibilities include overseeing budgets and financial reporting while managing the accounting team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact within a collaborative environment focused on ethical practices.

Qualifications

• Experience managing capital and revenue budgets and cost centre analysis.
• Ability to deliver accurate management accounts and MI reporting.
• Skilled in margin analysis and project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting team and finance functions.
• Implement controls, processes and procedures.
• Lead strategic projects to assist business growth.

Skills

ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified

Proven experience as a Financial Controller

Experience within Construction or Engineering sectors

In‑depth knowledge of cash flow management

Hands-on experience with budgeting and forecasting models

Strong IT and Excel skills

Xero experience advantageous

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I help businesses and individuals with Finance, HR and general Head Office recruitment and staffing strategy. Call me on 07376 369428

Are you an experienced Financial Controller who is keen to join a growing business, that will also give you the opportunity to develop and grow too?

Do you have experience working within the Construction or Engineering sectors, with strong project accounting skills?

Do you thrive in an organisation that offers a collaborative, professional environment, where an ethical and customer focus are key?

If so, this could be an ideal role for you!

Ives Recruitment Solutions are delighted to be working exclusively with this established, specialist organisation who pride themselves on integrity, collaboration and their customer‑centric approach. Ethics and quality are central to their ethos, and they are looking for a like‑minded, results‑driven Financial Controller to join them on their growth trajectory.

This is a superb opportunity and a time to join the business – with a strong project pipeline and a very real ambition for extremely healthy growth.

Responsible for all aspects of financial control and reporting, you will actively contribute towards the organisation’s financial planning and growth and will have the opportunity to progress to become Finance Director as the business and role continue to develop.

Reporting directly to the Owners, you will manage the accounting team and be responsible for effective management and control of the finance function, as well as strategic finance, reporting and projects.

The role will involve but not be limited to:

• Management of capital and revenue budgets; implementing and managing departmental budgets, cost centre analysis and KPIs.
• Deliver accurate and timely management accounts, with associated analysis and MI reporting.
• Margin analysis, project accounting and monitoring spend.
• Implementation of controls, processes and procedures.
• Lead strategic projects to assist with business growth.
• Training, mentoring and day to day management of the finance team.
• Partnering closely with the wider business to support with financial information, analysis and guidance with all aspects of finance.
• Preparation of annual accounts, Year End returns and liaison with external auditors.
• Ensure adherence with all statutory and regulatory requirements, liaison with HMRC and other external bodies.
• Manage relationships with insurers, legal providers, pensions etc.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a professional, friendly and collaborative team; and for someone who is keen to be able to have a genuine impact on the growth and future of the business.

Skills Required

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified
• Proven experience operating as a Financial Controller or similar role.
• Experience within Construction or Engineering sectors.
• In‑depth knowledge of cash flow management and project accounting.
• Hands‑on experience with budgeting and forecasting models.
• Strong IT and Excel skills, Xero experience advantageous.

If you feel that you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this position, please apply today!

We aim to respond to all applicants promptly; however, we kindly ask for your understanding in case of a delay. If you do not hear from us within 10 days of submitting your application, please assume that, unfortunately, you have not been successful this time.

We will however keep your CV on file and review your suitability against any other vacancies we may have available. Candidate data will be treated as confidential and not shared with third parties.

Location: London, England, United Kingdom. Posted: 2 weeks ago.