Financial Controller
Hemel Hempstead £70-80k pa
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a well-established and growing organisation within the building construction sector. With a strong history of organic growth, the business is continuing to scale and is now looking to strengthen its finance function with a hands-on and commercially aware hire.
Based in Hemel Hempstead, this role will report directly into an experienced CFO, offering both exposure and progression within a dynamic building and construction sector environment.
The Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy, control, and insight across the business while supporting wider strategic decision-making.
What you’ll be doing
*Overseeing all day-to-day finance operations, ensuring robust financial controls
*Managing the month-end and year-end close processes
*Producing accurate and timely management accounts
*Leading budgeting and forecasting cycles
*Managing cash flow, working capital, and financial planning
*Overseeing transactional finance, including AP, AR, and payroll
*Supporting the CFO with strategic financial analysis and reporting
*Driving process improvements and enhancing financial systems
*Acting as a key point of contact for auditors and external advisors
What we’re looking for
*Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or equivalent experience
*Previous experience operating as a Financial Controller or in a senior finance role
*Background within the construction sector or a similar project-based environment
*Strong technical accounting knowledge alongside commercial awareness
*Hands-on approach with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally
*Experience managing or developing finance teams
*Confident communicator able to work closely with senior stakeholders
What’s on offer
*Salary of £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
*Opportunity to work closely with an experienced CFO and senior leadership team
*A role with genuine scope to influence and improve financial processes
*Clear progression potential as the business continues to grow
*Stable, growing environment with a strong track record in the construction sector
*Based in Hemel Hempstead with flexibility where appropriate
This Financial Controller position is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of a finance function within a growing business, while gaining valuable exposure to strategic decision-making in the Building and construction sector.
For a confidential discussion, get in touch to explore further.