Strategic Financial Controller - Construction

Cityscape Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building contractor in the UK seeks a Financial Controller to lead finance functions, ensuring compliance and financial management. Candidates must have a financial qualification with a minimum of 4 years' experience, proficiency in accounting software, and a strong understanding of accounting principles, particularly in the construction sector. This is a permanent role with responsibilities including delivering financial reports, managing audits, and developing the finance team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years post financial qualification.
• Proficient in accounting software.
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience in the construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely management information to the CFO.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Manage month-end and year-end close off processes.
• Ensure statutory compliance and coordinate annual audits.
• Strengthen internal controls and develop the finance team.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Understanding of accounting principles

Experience in construction environment

Education

Financial qualification

Tools

COINS software

Job description

A leading building contractor in the UK seeks a Financial Controller to lead finance functions, ensuring compliance and financial management. Candidates must have a financial qualification with a minimum of 4 years' experience, proficiency in accounting software, and a strong understanding of accounting principles, particularly in the construction sector. This is a permanent role with responsibilities including delivering financial reports, managing audits, and developing the finance team.