* High-growth SME
* Hands-on senior leadership role
About Our Client
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.
Job 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
The Successful Applicant
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.
What's on 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)
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