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We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong Financial Controller to lead our finance function and support the business on its journey to becoming best in class. You will be the right-hand person to the CFO, taking ownership of core finance responsibilities and playing a key leadership role in the business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
* Full ownership of the balance sheet and
* Develop and deliver high-quality board reporting, providing clear financial insight and commentary.
* Take full ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring its integrity through regular review, reconciliation, and risk assessment.
* Maintain robust financial controls and compliance across the business.
·Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity needs are met and develop strategies to maximise working capital.
Audit, Banking & Insurance
* Manage external audit process, acting as primary liaison with auditors to ensure smooth and timely completion.
* Oversee banking relationships, including cash flow management and covenant compliance.
* Lead insurance renewals and risk management processes.
Management Information & Strategic Support
* Design and implement insightful management information (MI) reporting to support decision-making.
* Drive budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling processes in collaboration with the wider business i.e. commercial, operations, procurement etc
* Continuously improve reporting tools and systems to enhance clarity, speed, and value of insights.
Team Leadership & Process Improvement
* Lead and develop the finance team to deliver a high-performance, service-oriented culture.
* Review and enhance financial processes and systems to drive efficiency, scalability, and control.
* Support the CFO on strategic initiatives, business planning, and investor reporting.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent).
* Degree qualification: Minimum 2:1 (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Maths or a related discipline from a reputable university.
* Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role, ideally but not essential within the construction sector.
* Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
* Experience managing external audit and banking relationships.
* Demonstrable ability in budgeting, forecasting and producing board-level MI.
* Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; experience with ERP systems and reporting tools is a plus.
* Commercial acumen with a strategic mindset.
* High attention to detail.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills – able to influence at all levels.
* A proactive, hands-on leader who takes ownership and drives results.
* Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the finance function of a growing, forward-thinking utilities business. You’ll work closely with an experienced CFO and leadership team, contributing to business strategy while embedding best-in-class practices and making a tangible impact.
What we can offer in return:
* Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few….. please click on our benefits brochure to view further details
* Gym, fitness and retail discounts
* Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
* Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role, but throughout your career with Aptus
* We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Type: Full-time | Permanent
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries
Utilities
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