Financial Controller
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- England,North West,Cumbria
- Full Time, Permanent
- £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Job Description:
Financial Controller | Carnforth | Paying upto £70k | 4 days office, 1 day home
The OpportunityAn established and growing business within the construction and joinery sector is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its finance function. This is a key role responsible for ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and full regulatory compliance, while supporting the wider business with meaningful financial insight.
Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will oversee day-to-day finance operations and play an important role in improving processes and supporting business performance.
Key Responsibilities*Lead and manage the finance function, including oversight of the finance team
*Review and finalise payroll across the business
*Analyse monthly costs and investigate variances
*Prepare and manage prepayments, accruals, and monthly journals
*Maintain the fixed asset register and produce depreciation schedules
*Conduct stock analysis and produce review reports
*Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss and balance sheets
*Deliver management information and reconciliations for group reporting
*Produce board-level financial reports
*Manage cash flow and prepare two-year cash flow and profit and loss forecasts
*Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, including CIS and VAT returns and annual obligations
*Lead year-end processes, including preparation of financial statements and audit requirements
*Liaise with external auditors throughout the audit process
*Maintain and optimise Sage 200, supporting system improvements and resolving queries
*Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls
*Undertake ad hoc financial duties as required
About YouEssential:
*Proven experience leading a finance team or function
*Professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
*Strong technical accounting knowledge
*Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
*Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting systems
*High level of accuracy and attention to detail
*Strong communication and leadership skills
*Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Desirable:
*Experience within the construction sector or similar environment
*Adaptable and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced business
*Proactive and solutions-focused approach
Salary and Benefits*Salary £60,000 - £70,000
*10% discretionary bonus
*25 days holiday plus bank holidays
*Onsite parking
*One day per week working from home
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of a well-established finance function and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business.
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
The OpportunityAn established and growing business within the construction and joinery sector is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its finance function. This is a key role responsible for ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and full regulatory compliance, while supporting the wider business with meaningful financial insight.
Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will oversee day-to-day finance operations and play an important role in improving processes and supporting business performance.
Key Responsibilities*Lead and manage the finance function, including oversight of the finance team
*Review and finalise payroll across the business
*Analyse monthly costs and investigate variances
*Prepare and manage prepayments, accruals, and monthly journals
*Maintain the fixed asset register and produce depreciation schedules
*Conduct stock analysis and produce review reports
*Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss and balance sheets
*Deliver management information and reconciliations for group reporting
*Produce board-level financial reports
*Manage cash flow and prepare two-year cash flow and profit and loss forecasts
*Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, including CIS and VAT returns and annual obligations
*Lead year-end processes, including preparation of financial statements and audit requirements
*Liaise with external auditors throughout the audit process
*Maintain and optimise Sage 200, supporting system improvements and resolving queries
*Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls
*Undertake ad hoc financial duties as required
About YouEssential:
*Proven experience leading a finance team or function
*Professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
*Strong technical accounting knowledge
*Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
*Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting systems
*High level of accuracy and attention to detail
*Strong communication and leadership skills
*Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Desirable:
*Experience within the construction sector or similar environment
*Adaptable and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced business
*Proactive and solutions-focused approach
Salary and Benefits*Salary £60,000 - £70,000
*10% discretionary bonus
*25 days holiday plus bank holidays
*Onsite parking
*One day per week working from home
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of a well-established finance function and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business.
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
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