Head Financial Controller – Lead Finance & Controls

GBR Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Insurance

5% employer pension contribution

34 days holiday & more

Job summary

GBR Recruitment Ltd in partnership with a growing SME construction company seeks an experienced Financial Controller to head the finance and accounts function. You will manage day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting and internal controls, leading a small team and reporting to Directors.

Role covers month-end/ year-end close, balance sheets, P&L, budgeting, forecasting and risk mitigation. Prior FC or senior finance roles in construction are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Qualified or partly qualified in accounting (AAT/ACCA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE.
• Experience in finance, internal/external audit or financial control.
• Familiar with accounting software; Xero and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements for accuracy.
• Ensure statutory compliance including pensions, CIS, PAYE, VAT and tax.
• Analyse results, identify trends and support decision making.
• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Provide financial support to department managers across the business.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital to maintain liquidity.
• Assess internal controls and report on risks and actions.

Skills

Organisation & multitasking

Leadership

Financial analysis

Process improvement

Education

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

GBR Recruitment Ltd in partnership with a growing SME construction company seeks an experienced Financial Controller to head the finance and accounts function. You will manage day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting and internal controls, leading a small team and reporting to Directors.

Role covers month-end/ year-end close, balance sheets, P&L, budgeting, forecasting and risk mitigation. Prior FC or senior finance roles in construction are advantageous.