Group Financial Controller

The Client

We are pleased to be resourcing a talented Group Financial Controller for our valued client, who specialise in Cat A / Cat B commercial office fit outs.

Our client offers an exceptional work culture where their staff are extremely well looked after.

Duties:

1. Financial Reporting & Analysis

Consolidated Financial Statements: Prepare and analyse consolidated financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement) for the entire group, ensuring compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP).

Management Accounts: Produce timely and accurate monthly/quarterly management accounts for the group and individual subsidiaries, including key performance indicators (KPIs) such as gross profit margins, project profitability, and working capital.

Financial Forecasts & Budgets: Develop and maintain annual budgets and rolling forecasts for the group, including revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and cash flow.

Variance Analysis: Analyze budget vs. actual performance, identifying and investigating significant variances.

Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decisions, such as acquisitions, new product launches, and capital expenditure.

2. Financial Control & Risk Management

Internal Controls: Implement and maintain robust internal control systems to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.

Treasury Management: Manage cash flow, bank relationships, and foreign exchange risk.

Credit Control: Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of receivables and minimizing bad debt.

Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks, such as credit risk, foreign exchange risk, and project risk.

3. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations, including corporation tax, VAT, and payroll taxes.

Statutory Reporting: Prepare and file statutory accounts with relevant authorities (e.g., Companies House).

Audit Liaison: Liaise with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient audit process.

4. Business Partnering & Support

Business Partnering: Provide financial and commercial support to the CEO, CFO, and other senior management team.

Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and implementation of the company's strategic plan.

Project Finance: Provide financial support to project managers, including cost control, cash flow forecasting, and contract profitability analysis.

Management Information Systems (MIS): Develop and maintain effective MIS systems to provide timely and relevant information to management.

5. People Management

Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, including financial analysts and accountants.

Recruitment & Development: Recruit, train, and develop finance staff.

Key Qualifications & Experience

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience.

Strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS.

Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, ideally within the construction or related industry.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.

Leadership and management experience.

This role requires a highly motivated and commercially-minded individual with strong leadership and analytical skills. The Group Financial Controller will play a crucial role in the success of the company by providing sound financial guidance and supporting the achievement of strategic objectives.