Head of Finance

Arlington Resource Management Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful construction and manufacturing business is seeking a Head of Finance / Financial Controller. This role involves overseeing a finance team, managing cash flow, and preparing month-end accounts. The ideal candidate will be an experienced accountant, qualified or QBE, with knowledge of VAT, CIS, and payroll management. This long-term position offers a salary of £60-65,000, negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head of Finance, Financial Controller, or Finance Manager.
• Strong knowledge of VAT and CIS.
• Ability to manage payroll and external accountant relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of two staff in accounts.
• Manage the day-to-day finance function.
• Prepare month-end accounts and analysis.

Skills

Team management

Financial analysis

Cash flow management

Tax regulations knowledge

Forecasting

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE

Job description

Overview

Head of Finance / Financial Controller - our client based near Ilford, Essex / East London, is a successful, well established business at the forefront of its niche in Construction and Manufacturing with a turnover of £10m. Salary £60-65,000 negotiable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of two staff in accounts
• Responsibility for the day to day finance function
• Preparation of month end accounts and analysis
• Cash flow and working capital management
• Produce forecasts for the bank and management
• Liaise with surveyors re CVRs and retentions
• VAT, CIS and weekly and monthly payroll
• Management of credit insurance and pension fund
• Liaise with external accountant re final accounts, tax etc

Requirements / Qualifications

The company is looking for an experienced Accountant, either qualified or qualified by experience (QBE), a previous Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Finance Manager, ideally from a similar sector, keen to join a well-established privately-owned business in a long term stable role. The office is commutable from East London, South Hertfordshire, M25, A406, A13 and A12 in Essex.