Financial Controller

Financial Controller | Carnforth | Paying upto £70k | 4 days office, 1 day home

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The Opportunity

An established and growing business within the construction and joinery sector is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its finance function. This is a key role responsible for ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and full regulatory compliance, while supporting the wider business with meaningful financial insight.
Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will oversee day-to-day finance operations and play an important role in improving processes and supporting business performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the finance function, including oversight of the finance team
Review and finalise payroll across the business
Analyse monthly costs and investigate variances
Prepare and manage prepayments, accruals, and monthly journals
Maintain the fixed asset register and produce depreciation schedules
Conduct stock analysis and produce review reports
Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss and balance sheets
Deliver management information and reconciliations for group reporting
Produce board-level financial reports
Manage cash flow and prepare two-year cash flow and profit and loss forecasts
Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, including CIS and VAT returns and annual obligations
Lead year-end processes, including preparation of financial statements and audit requirements
Liaise with external auditors throughout the audit process
Maintain and optimise Sage 200, supporting system improvements and resolving queries
Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls
Undertake ad hoc financial duties as required

About You

Essential:
Proven experience leading a finance team or function
Professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
Strong technical accounting knowledge
Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting systems
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Desirable:
Experience within the construction sector or similar environment
Adaptable and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced business
Proactive and solutions-focused approach

Salary and Benefits

Salary £60,000 - £70,000
10% discretionary bonus
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Onsite parking
One day per week working from home

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of a well-established finance function and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business.
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