Financial Controller - Lockerbie - Salary up to £50,000 per annum
Your new companyOur client, an owner‑managed business within the construction industry, is seeking a talented Financial Controller to join them at an exciting time of growth. With an excellent local reputation for quality, service, and workmanship, the business has expanded to achieve an annual turnover of 18 million and is now creating a dedicated in‑house finance function for the first time.This newly created role offers a rare opportunity to take full ownership of the finance function, working closely with the Managing Director to provide financial clarity, build robust internal processes, and support commercial decision‑making. Previously outsourced, the finance function is now ready for an ambitious and confident individual who enjoys building effective financial systems from the ground up.
Your new roleYou will play a key role in shaping and developing the company’s financial operations.
Typical responsibilities include:
Designing and implementing all accounting procedures and reporting timescales
Preparation of monthly management accounts and profit & loss
Cashflow management and forecasting
Job costing, WIP reporting, including retention management
Quarterly VAT preparation
Payroll Tax submissions
CIS compliance
Bank reconciliations
Credit control management
Year‑end audit preparation and statutory returns
Job costing reporting, including retentions
This is a fantastic opportunity to build the finance function from the bottom, implementing your own systems (Quickbooks already used) and reporting structure tailored to the needs of the business.
What youll need to succeedWe are seeking a candidate who can bring confidence, structure, and strategic insight to the finance function.
The ideal candidate will be part‑qualified or QBE with strong, relevant experience and proven ability to establish and run a finance function independently. Experience within the construction industry (highly advantageous) A proactive, hands‑on approach and strong commercial awareness
What youll get in return Salary up to £50,000 per annum (pro rata)
Permanent role, offering both full‑time and part‑time working options
A unique opportunity to build and shape a finance function within a respected, growing business
28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
NEST pension scheme
Close collaboration with an engaged and supportive Managing Director
Part of a friendly office-based team
What you need to do now
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