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Financial Controller (SME Construction)

Arlington Resource Management Ltd

Barking, Ilford

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 65,000

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is in search of a skilled Financial Controller to lead their finance team and oversee crucial financial operations. This role involves managing day-to-day finance functions, preparing month-end accounts, and ensuring effective cash flow management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, preferably within the construction or manufacturing sectors, and will thrive in a stable, long-term environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a well-regarded business with a solid market presence and a commitment to excellence in financial management.

Qualifications

  • Experienced Accountant with a strong background in financial management.
  • Previous experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee a team of two staff in accounts and manage day-to-day finance functions.
  • Prepare month-end accounts, forecasts, and manage cash flow.

Skills

Financial Management
Cash Flow Management
Forecasting
VAT and CIS Knowledge
Team Leadership

Education

Qualified Accountant
Experience in Finance Management

Job description

Financial Controller - our client near Ilford, Essex / East London, is a successful well established business at the forefront of its niche in Construction and Manufacturing, turnover £10m, servicing a range of high profile projects and businesses. (Salary £60-65,000 negotiable)

The company is seeking an experienced hands-on Financial Controller / Head of Finance, to manage a small team and report to the Owner/Directors. Responsibilities include:

  • Oversee a team of two staff in accounts
  • Responsibility for the day to day finance function
  • Preparation of month end accounts and analysis
  • Cash flow and working capital management
  • Produce forecasts for the bank and management
  • Liaise with surveyors re CVRs and retentions
  • VAT, CIS and weekly and monthly payroll
  • Management of credit insurance and pension fund
  • Liaise with external accountant re final accounts, tax etc

The company is looking for an experienced Accountant, either qualified or qualified by experience, a previous Financial Controller or Finance Manager, ideally from the construction or manufacturing sectors, keen to join a stable well-established privately-owned business in a long term stable role. Commutable from East London, South Hertfordshire, M25, A406, A13 and A12 in Essex.

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