Overview
Equifind is partnering with a specialist construction company based in Welwyn Garden City to recruit a Financial Controller. This is a young but ambitious business, growing around 30% year-on-year. They are seeking a full-time Financial Controller to strengthen the finance function. You’ll be supporting the owners directly by implementing robust financial controls, improving operations, and acting as their commercial eyes and ears.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain and oversee the company’s accounting system (Xero), including reconciliations, journals, accruals and adjustments
* Produce quarterly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow) with commentary and variance analysis across all entities
* Manage accounts payable and receivable, including payment schedules and debtor tracking
* Oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with HMRC and pension requirements
* Prepare year-end schedules and liaise with external accountants
* Ensure appropriate insurance coverage across all entities
* Own and manage the organisational budget and multi-year forecasts
* Present financial updates to the board and leadership team, providing insight and recommendations
* Support business planning, scenario modelling and strategic decision-making
* Ensure robust financial policies, controls and risk management systems are in place
Candidate Profile
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
* Proven experience implementing finance controls and processes
* Previous experience in construction, development or project management environments preferred
* Strong people manager with the ability to mentor and support others
* Hands-on and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset
Benefits
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Employer pension contribution
* 25 days annual leave
* Private health and dental insurance
* Additional benefits package
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Analyst, Accounting/Auditing, and Finance
Industries
* Construction
* Building Construction
* Interior Design
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