A new opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Financial Controller to join a rapid-growth real estate SME and support it's expansion and growth plan.

Client Details

My client is well funded and operates within the real estate/construction space. Based in central Leeds they are now going through an aggressive expansion plan. As a result of this growth, an opportunity for additional resource has arisen.

Description

The Financial Controller will have responsibility for the following:

Overall responsibilities include the day-to-day running of the finance function. Primary responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Managing and overseeing the finance team including recruitment and performance management
• Manage and support month-end close procedures
• Timely and accurately prepare and/or review financial statements for assigned group of entities
• Liaising with others in preparing annual tax returns and VAT returns
• Preparation of Monthly Management Accounts plus commentary
• Liaising with external auditors
• Cashflow management and forecasting
• Consolidation of reports
• Other ad-hoc projects and reporting as assigned

Profile

To be considered for this Financial Controller position, you should have the following:

• Professional finance qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS
• Must have lead/managed people before
• Experience within property and housing sector desirable but not essential
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting etc.)
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially MS Excel) and finance software.

Job Offer

An attractive salary package ranging between £70,000 and £90,000 depending on experience + benefits & hybrid working (3 days typically in the office per week)