Financial Controller - Absolute Recruit : Job Details

Absolute is working with a well-established construction company that is expanding significantly through organic growth and acquisition. They are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Financial Controller to lead the finance team and oversee the day-to-day finance operations. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing the company’s cash flow, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and maintaining efficient finance processes. This position will suit someone with a hands-on approach to managing finances in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.  Key Responsibilities:

• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage the finance team, ensuring the smooth execution of daily finance activities, accurate financial processing, and a collaborative working environment.
• Cash Flow and Liquidity Management: Monitor and manage company cash flow to maintain sufficient liquidity. Prepare detailed cash flow forecasts and implement strategies to improve cash management and working capital efficiency.
• Financial Reporting: Preparing monthly management accounts and provide insightful financial analysis and commentary.
• Purchasing and Supplier Management: Approve purchase orders and supplier invoices, managing supplier relationships and identifying opportunities for cost savings and better commercial terms.
• Project Costing and Billing: Oversee the project costing process, ensuring that billing, valuations, and forecasts are accurate and aligned with project budgets and timelines.
• Process Improvement & Internal Controls: Identify areas for process improvement and efficiency within finance operations. Establish and maintain strong internal controls and best practices to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and tax laws.
• Credit Control and Cash Collection: Oversee credit control activities, ensuring effective management of customer accounts and timely collection of receivables to improve cash flow.
• Cost Control and Overhead Management: Identify cost-saving initiatives and manage the company’s overhead reduction strategies to increase profitability and operational efficiency.
• Payroll and Employee Management: Oversee the payroll process, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time, and ensure compliance with applicable payroll regulations.
• Acquisitions & Financial Due Diligence: Support with financial due diligence for potential acquisitions, providing insights into financial viability and risks. Ensure working capital requirements for acquisitions are assessed and met.

 Key Skills/Experience:

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller
• Experience in the construction sector 
• Professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proven track record of driving cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Strong leadership skills and experience mentoring/upskilling teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels.

 What We Offer:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Flexibility to work remotely.
• A key role in a growing and dynamic company.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

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