Financial Controller - Growth Ready Property Firm (On-site)

Aspire Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Career progression

Team events & recognition

Job summary

Aspiring Liverpool‑based property business seeks a Financial Controller to lead the finance function from their City Centre offices. This permanent, full‑time role focuses on financial reporting, budgeting and cash flow management, with payroll, VAT and year‑end duties handled in house.

You will oversee a finance team, build robust controls, and partner with senior leadership to influence business growth. 5‑day onsite role in a modern city centre office with opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or equivalent status.
• Experience producing management accounts and budgeting.
• Strong VAT, payroll and year‑end accounting knowledge.
• Experience building and developing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance and accounts team to produce accurate monthly management accounts and reports.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, budgeting and financial planning.
• Oversee payroll, VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements.
• Maintain robust financial controls and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate with operational teams to deliver accurate financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains.
• Support annual accounts preparation and liaise with external accountants.

Skills

Strong communication

Multi‑tasking

Analytical mindset

Leadership

Education

Qualified accountant or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Xero

Sage

Job description

Aspiring Liverpool‑based property business seeks a Financial Controller to lead the finance function from their City Centre offices. This permanent, full‑time role focuses on financial reporting, budgeting and cash flow management, with payroll, VAT and year‑end duties handled in house.

You will oversee a finance team, build robust controls, and partner with senior leadership to influence business growth. 5‑day onsite role in a modern city centre office with opportunities for development.