Job Title: Financial Controller

Contract Type: Interim

Pay: £300 PAYE

Hybrid Working: 3 days in Office, 2 days from Home

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Controller to oversee all financial operations. This role is pivotal in financial planning, reporting, cost control, compliance, and strategic financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage daily operations of the finance and accounting department
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee cash flow, forecasting, and working capital
• Ensure compliance with FRS101 and internal accounting policies

Job Costing & Project Accounting

• Implement and maintain job costing systems to monitor project profitability
• Collaborate with project managers to track costs, billing, and margins
• Review and approve project budgets and financial change orders

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting and mid-year reforecasting processes
• Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis for strategic planning
• Support department heads with financial insights and cost control

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, audits, and industry-specific standards
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies
• Strengthen internal controls and financial procedures

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff (e.g., AR/AP clerks, accountants)
• Evaluate and improve accounting systems and software tools
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

Required:

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA)
• 5+ years of progressive finance experience, including 2+ years in a senior role
• Strong understanding of job costing, WIP, and project accounting
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., IFS, SAP, Oracle or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Collaborative and hands-on approach