Financial Controller
Northamptonshire
Salary c. £65,000 – £75,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits
Full-time or part-time considered | Brand New Office-based (1 day WFH)
I am partnering with a growing, entrepreneurial construction business to appoint its first Financial Controller.
This is a newly created role, established to bring the finance function in-house and provide greater control, visibility and insight as the business continues to expand. With one new operation already underway and plans for another next year, the Financial Controller will play a central role in building a finance function capable of supporting that growth.
This is not a purely strategic or review-focused appointment. The successful person will need to be hands-on, with a strong grounding in management accounting and the willingness to take direct ownership of the numbers while developing the wider team and improving reporting processes.
For the right person, there is a clear route to progress into a Financial Director position.
The Company
This is a well-established and growing construction and development business, which has recently moved into a new, purpose-built office in Northamptonshire.
The company is entering an exciting stage of its development, with a new business operation underway and further expansion planned for next year. All operations sit within the same wider business, creating a need for a stronger, fully integrated in-house finance function.
You’ll join an ambitious and supportive leadership team that wants finance to play an increasingly influential role in business planning and decision-making.
What You’ll Do
• Take responsibility for bringing the finance function fully in-house
• Produce monthly management accounts across the group of companies
• Own and manage the month-end process, supported by the wider finance team
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and actively manage the company’s cash position
• Maintain oversight of debtor collection and ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time
• Complete and submit monthly VAT returns
• Carry out monthly margin reviews and provide clear insight into project and business performance
• Review journals and maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
• Lead and develop a team consisting of an Accounting Manager and two administration colleagues
• Oversee payroll completion
• Manage relationships with banks and other financial institutions
• Maintain oversight of the fixed asset register
• Take ownership of the external audit process and ensure the timely completion of annual accounts
• Oversee procurement activity, ensuring it remains aligned with budgets and the company’s financial position
• Identify and implement tax efficiencies, maximising available reliefs and investment opportunities
• Analyse and compare finance options to support asset acquisition decisions
• Improve financial systems, controls and processes as the in-house function develops
• Enhance the quality, accuracy and timeliness of management reporting
• Support the leadership team with financial insight as new operations are established
What You’ll Need
• Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong, hands-on management accounting experience, including direct responsibility for producing monthly management accounts, managing month-end process and a solid understanding of cashflow management, VAT and financial controls
• Proven experience within construction, property development or another project-based environment would be highly advantageous
• Experience managing and developing a small finance or accounting team
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• A proactive and practical approach, with the willingness to get into the detail
• The confidence and drive to challenge existing processes and improve financial reporting
• A genuine interest in the business and motivation to support its longer-term growth
What’s on Offer
• Salary c. £65,000 – £75,000 DOE
• Performance-related bonus
• Clear progression towards a Financial Director position
• Office-based position in Northamptonshire (1 day WFH)
• Flexibility around start and finish times
• Full-time position, with part-time working also considered
• The opportunity to build and shape an in-house finance function
• Significant exposure to the leadership team and future business growth plans
• A modern, purpose-built working environment
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
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