Financial Controller

Our client is a leading residential developer committed to creating high-quality homes and building communities. They pride ourselves on their attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and the collaborative spirit of our team. We are currently seeking a motivated and technically proficient Financial Controller to join our inance department and contribute to our continued success.

Key Responsibilities

• Management Reporting: Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Core Accounting: Manage accruals, prepayments, and perform comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations to maintain ledger integrity.
• Year-End Support: Assist with the preparation of year-end audit materials, including the drafting of financial statements for various group companies.
• Tax Compliance: Handle corporate tax duties, serving as the primary liaison with external tax accountants to ensure seamless filings.
• Indirect Tax: Prepare and submit monthly VAT and CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) returns.
• Process Improvement: Take ownership of financial processes, identifying opportunities to implement efficiencies and better workflows.
• Ad Hoc Support: Assist the broader finance team with ad hoc projects and operational tasks as required.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Professional Qualification: Qualified ACA, CIMA, or ACCA.
• Technical Proficiency: A strong grasp of core accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
• IT Skills: Highly IT literate, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, data modeling).
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to internal and external stakeholders.

Personal Attributes & Skills

• Organization: Superior organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with a natural ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex financial challenges.
• Proactive Mindset: Highly motivated and enthusiastic, with the initiative to work across departmental boundaries.
• Team Collaboration: A genuine team player who works cooperatively to achieve collective goals.
• Integrity: Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Commitment: A deep commitment to the ethos and long-term success of the business.

Ref: 4278AC