Job Type:
Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Salary:
£50,000-£60,000 per annum
Location:
Shrewsbury
Your newpany
Hays Senior Finance are supporting an SME construction business based in Shrewsbury with the recruitment of a Financial Controller on a 12 month fixed-term contract. Our client is a forward-thinking and ambitious organisationmitted to delivering high-quality services and driving operational excellence.
Your new role
Reporting into the Finance Director, you will take ownership of thepany's financial operations, ensuring robust financial management and effective reporting whilst leading a small team.
Key duties:
1. Production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts
2. Liaison with external auditors and preparation of annual schedules
3. Explanation of monthly variances and trends
4. Responsible for all day-to-day cash and banking transactions
5. Provide relevant cashflow forecasting information
6. Oversight of credit control and purchase ledger processes
7. Supervision of subcontract payments in line with CIS and HMRC guidelines
8. Contribute to the improvement of processes and systems
9. Payroll support
10. Management of a small finance team
What you'll need to succeed
11. Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE
12. Proven experience working as a Financial Controller (or similar) in a busy SME environment
13. Detailed understanding of key day-to-day financial activities to include management accounting, statutory accounting, cashflow and VAT
14. A collaborative leader capable of managing finance staff
15. Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and proficient with accounting systems
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive apetitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualification) and the chance to join a great business that boasts a supportive and collaborative working environment. The role will be office-based initially, but there is scope for hybrid working once settled. Due to the nature of the role, you will either be available immediately or on very short notice.